Introduction

Psalm 130: Today’s reading is a lament in which the writer waits impatiently for the LORD’s help but still trusts in the LORD’s constant love.

Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 130:5

I wait eagerly for the LORD’s help, and in his word I trust.

Reading

130 From the depths of my despair I call to you, Lord.
2 Hear my cry, O Lord;
listen to my call for help!
3 If you kept a record of our sins,
who could escape being condemned?
4 But you forgive us,
so that we should stand in awe of you.

5 I wait eagerly for the Lord’s help,
and in his word I trust.
6 I wait for the Lord
more eagerly than sentries wait for the dawn—
than sentries wait for the dawn.

7 Israel, trust in the Lord,
because his love is constant
and he is always willing to save.
8 He will save his people Israel
from all their sins.

Reflect

How would you describe what the writer of this psalm was feeling at the time? What does the writer ask of God? What verses speak of the writer’s trust in God? Have you ever experienced a time of waiting when you called on God for help? If so, what was the situation and what were your thoughts during a time of waiting?

Pray

Lord God, you hear me when I call out to you as I wait for your help. I trust in your love and mercy, knowing that you forgive my sins and hold me close in the safety of your love and care. Amen.

Tomorrow’s Reading

Psalm 131: A prayer of humble trust.