Day 38

PSALM 38: A plea for rescue from punishment

This psalm is the first of 4 psalms leading up to the end of book 1 that are about rescue and deliverance in the midst of sin. In this case the psalmist is experiencing the wrath of God on account of his sin. How does he describe his circumstances? What descriptions are literal? What are metaphorical?

How does the psalmist respond to his circumstances?

When Jesus came he had a ministry of healing and the forgiveness of sin (see Mark 2:1-12 or 1 Peter 2:24). He also called to all who were weary and burdened (Matt 11:28-30). How does this psalm prompt us to look to Jesus?

Today’s Prayer Suggestions

1. Confess your sins before God and ask for His mercy and healing in times of distress.

2. Pray that in our Growth Groups we would be intentional about encouraging fellow group members in their walk with Christ.

3. Pray for Linda McKerrell's ongoing mission mobilization work, for discernment in guiding potential missionaries.