Passage
Psalm 38:1-22 (ESV)
Philip and the Ethiopian Eunuch
Acts 8:26-40
Key Verse: 8:35
Penitance in the Midst of Sufferings
Date: Dec. 3, 2015
Daily Bread
Key Verse: 38:15
First, a burden of guilt (1-14). David committed a sin, but the burden of guilt was unbearable. It seems that God's arrow was piercing his body. His whole body was sick. He was utterly crushed and groaned in anguish of his heart. He was alienated from his friends because of his sin. His enemies also gloated over his sufferings. But he knew that all troubles were caused by his own sin (5).
Second, I wait for you, Lord (15-22). He did not seek other ways but sought the Lord, repenting of his sins and waiting on the Lord. He was confident that God would answer, believing in his forgiveness. When we turn toward God and pray for God's protection and help, God is not far from one who seeks his mercy. He always answers such prayers.
Prayer: Lord, I come to you for your mercy. Come quickly to help me. You are my Lord and my Savior.
One Word: Lord, I will wait for you
