Father, generations later, the words of this psalm are echoed by Jesus on Calvary—the persecution and pain recorded by the psalmist depict the sufferings of my Savior. Remind me, during adverse times and difficult situations, that there is nothing I can go through that you haven’t experienced. I may cry out to you and not hear you respond or see the answers I want, but you are holy and you promise to work all things out for my good—because I am called according to your purposes, for salvation.

You, O God, are enthroned on the praises of your people. Teach me to praise you creatively, not repetitiously. Praise comes easily when I look at who you are and all you have done—and continue to do. Throughout history, you delivered those who put their trust in you—no one who trusts in you, O Lord, will be put to shame. Help me to see eternally and spiritually rather than just the immediate and the physical.

Father, you have cared for me all my life. During the hard times you protected and preserved me. The enemy would destroy but you are my help and my salvation. Deliver me, save me, and rescue me from the destroyer, I pray.

I will praise you for your goodness; I am thankful for your abundant provision. You are trustworthy and I will bow before you forever. Preserve my children and their families for your kingdom and your glory—I pray that they will always trust in you. In Jesus’ name, amen.