Psalm 17

Proper 27 (Trinitytide)

When we feel paralyzed and burdened beyond what we can conceivably bear, we can know that God invites us to cry out with feelings that we’d rather not express. Not only that, but God hears and deeply cares. This week we will engage with Psalm 17. An honest, brutal and brooding psalm that reminds us to find our refuge and trust in God.

Scripture passage: Psalm 17

Respond:

  • David opens his prayer with self-examination. James teaches that the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective, Peter calls for respect and consideration of your spouse so your prayers would not be hindered. This Psalm is a challenge to live a life worthy of God’s call. Have you considered how our sin and habits relate to how we engage God in prayer?

  • To remember is a key theme in the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament. The act of remembering is still a key component of faith today. Regarding God’s faithfulness in your story, what might the Spirit be calling to your memory in the midst of your present circumstances?

2022Jonathansermon, trinitytide, pastor josh, sundays