Living Life by Design

In the midst of all his troubles, suffering and persecution, David in Psalm 38:13-22 turns to the Lord as his personal Savior: ‘my saviour’ (v.22). If you’re facing extreme difficulties, reach out to God. He’s your personal Savior too.

Cry out for help!

‘I wait for you, O Lord; you will answer, O Lord my God. For I said, “Do not let them gloat or exalt themselves over me when my foot slips”’ (vv.15–16).

Confess your sin!

‘I’m ready to tell my story of failure, I’m no longer smug in my sin’ (v.18, MSG).

Trust in the Lord!

‘For in you, O Lord, do I hope’ (v.15, AMP). Trust God to save you: ‘O Lord, do not forsake me; be not far from me, O my God. Come quickly to help me, O Lord my Saviour’ (vv.21–22).3