We've Got To Praise and Pray Ourselves Out of The Pit

I absolutely love Psalm 57.

Maybe it’s because I relate to the cry of David’s heart so well.

And yet I worry that I may still not be getting it right.

Because the pattern of prayer & praise left behind by this man after God’s own heart is indeed a challenge. 

And an invitation.

This Psalm, sung by David who was, at the time, running from Saul, is a beautiful example of complete dependence on the Lord. And the high point of his prayer isn’t for his own safety or rescue, but for God’s ultimate glory.

David gradual process in prayer is made evident in these verses. And it’s proof that the nearer we get to God, the clearer we see from His perspective.

Vs 1 - David declares his trust. “until danger passes by.” Full trust that it WILL happen.

Vs 2 - David appeals to God’s character. He “will” fulfill; He “will” send. Great confidence in what God says He is.

Vs 3 - David reaffirms God’s qualities. “love and faithfulness.” Reminding God who He is.

Vs 4 & 6 - David relaying the reality. David clearly describes his trouble. Without giving great influence to it, he does communicate the reality, because he understands that God is interested in our trials.

Vs 5, 7-11 - David praises! The bulk of the prayer is praise! And praise begins with fixing the heart. Determining in advance that the God who saves is mightier than the battle that rages. We see David awakening the dawn, encouraging himself, engaging early with praise!

My commentary says, “There is music in the soul as there is in a piano when is shut; but the instrument must be opened and the keys touched.” David knew well that it was prayer and praise that would arouse him from the pit. And he left behind a terrific model for us to emulate.

I can be steadfast and confident and fearless in the face of all hardship. May praise arise from my own heart to awake the earth to His glory!!