Crossroads Cadiz Podcast

When Grief Is Near and God Seems Far (Psalm 13)

 

David’s DISTRESS (1-2)

 

UPWARD: David Felt Forgotten by His God (Psalm 13:1)

 

INWARD: David Was Conflicted in His Heart (Psalm 13:2)

 

OUTWARD: David Was Assaulted by His Enemies (Psalm 13:2)

 

David’s DEMAND (3-4)

 

David Prayed for God’s ATTENTION (Psalm 13:3, 8:3-8)

 

David Prayed for God’s STRENGTH (Psalm 13:3, Proverbs 29:13, 1 Samuel 14:27)

 

David’s DEVOTION (5-6)

 

David Responds With FAITH (Psalm 13:5, Exodus 15:13, Matthew 24:35                                                                     חֶסֶד “Hes-sed” Loving Kindness, Covenant Love"

 

David Responds With WORSHIP (Psalm 13:5, Philippians 4:4, Romans 1:21)

 

David Responds With PERSPECTIVE (Psalm 13:6, Romans 8:28-39)

 

Memory Verse: I will sing to the Lord, because he has dealt bountifully with me.
- Psalm 13:6 ESV