Psalm 40
There is nothing that makes a Born Again Christian feel more desperate than to go through a long period of backsliding and to feel the pain and emptiness of knowing their sin and feeling helpless. At the same time we know that we are not alone and that we all go through it at different times.
The Lord gave me this psalm this morning (text larger in comment box below) and it is my sincere and heartfelt prayer that if any of my Christian brothers or sisters are going through such a period – that the Lord will shine His light on them and pull them out of the situation. I ask that you please take the time to read these words today.
To the evil one I say, “You cannot win, so you may as well just give it up. I stand firm and shall not be moved!” Praise God and to Him be all the glory!
God Bless You All!
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Ruth Palmer, 3 months ago
Psalm 40 – The Text:
I waited patiently for the LORD;
he turned to me and heard my cry.
He lifted me out of the slimy pit,
out of the mud and mire;
he set my feet on a rock
and gave me a firm place to stand.
He put a new song in my mouth,
a hymn of praise to our God.
Many will see and fear
and put their trust in the LORD.
Blessed is the man
who makes the LORD his trust,
who does not look to the proud,
to those who turn aside to false gods.
Many, O LORD my God,
are the wonders you have done.
The things you planned for us
no one can recount to you;
were I to speak and tell of them,
they would be too many to declare.
Sacrifice and offering you did not desire,
but my ears you have pierced ;
burnt offerings and sin offerings
you did not require.
Then I said, “Here I am, I have come—
it is written about me in the scroll.
I desire to do your will, O my God;
your law is within my heart.”
I proclaim righteousness in the great assembly;
I do not seal my lips,
as you know, O LORD.
I do not hide your righteousness in my heart;
I speak of your faithfulness and salvation.
I do not conceal your love and your truth
from the great assembly.
Do not withhold your mercy from me, O LORD;
may your love and your truth always protect me.
For troubles without number surround me;
my sins have overtaken me, and I cannot see.
They are more than the hairs of my head,
and my heart fails within me.
Be pleased, O LORD, to save me;
O LORD, come quickly to help me.
May all who seek to take my life
be put to shame and confusion;
may all who desire my ruin
be turned back in disgrace.
May those who say to me, “Aha! Aha!”
be appalled at their own shame.
But may all who seek you
rejoice and be glad in you;
may those who love your salvation always say,
“The LORD be exalted!”
Yet I am poor and needy;
may the Lord think of me.
You are my help and my deliverer;
O my God, do not delay.
izzybeth, 3 months ago
He is the Beginning and the End…This is so beautiful…
Ruth Palmer, 3 months ago
Thank you Izzy. I thank Jesus for showing me these words today that spoke loudly to my heart! I hope they touch someone else who may be in need today!
Phil Thomson IPA, 3 months ago
Thank you Ruthie for your witness and obedience !!!! For me a, very timely and beautiful Blessing, my friend !!!!
gothgirl, 3 months ago
you are a bringer of hope to many with this lovely version of the psalm
amarica, 3 months ago
Great message Ruth. God bless xxxxxoooo
Marie Sharp, 3 months ago
He is the Alpha and Omega—-the beginning and the end! Excellent, Ruth!!
melodious, 3 months ago
Ahhhh… I just sat there squinting to read every word on your art… I should have scrolled down!!!!
I am so thankful for this today Ruth! The need to set my feet upon the rock and stand firm. Bless you!
RLHall, 3 months ago
Beautiful verses, Ruth, you touched my heart with your proclamation…Thank you :-)
Anthony R. Pla..., 3 months ago
The LORD be exalted! Thank you for the edification Ruth!
William F. Blair, 3 months ago
God Bless, Ruth….excellent work & praise to Him!!
budrfli, 3 months ago
so much power in these words!
beautifully portrayed,
thank you!
SharonD, 3 months ago
Beautiful psalm and nicely presented.
Sheila Pasket, 3 months ago
Ruth~Thank You! These words are awesome, and I’m sure in one way or another we all need to hear them sometime. I needed it today, and I am glad that God laid it upon my heart to click on your profile. I know it had to be him, because I had not seen your profile before.
Thanks again….I needed this! Blessings & Peace be with you!
Mark Peterson, 3 months ago
Beautifully done Ruth!
Lyn Tucker, 3 months ago
I am so impressed with all of your work. Being Christian, this one had a special meaning and I’m sure serves a wonderful purpose for others. Wonderful choice. Peace be with you also.
Lyn
David Geoffrey..., about 1 month ago
Awesome !