Psalm 59:1-17  • Pray for Protection

Introduction

Context

SERMON IN A SENTENCE: When pursued by evil powers plead with God for deliverance, trust God for his defense, and praise God for his dedicated love.

1. Pray for Protection and Trust God’s Promises [Psalm 59:1-10]

• Requests and Reasons [Psalm 59:1-5, cf. Matt. 26:47-56; Luk. 20:20; Prov. 15:13; 1 Sam. 20:1; 24:11; 1 Pet. 2:21-23 Psa. 121:4; 1 Sam. 22:18 Acts 2:30, 4:25-28]
• Haughty Howling [Psalm 59:6-7, cf. Jhn. 13:30; Luk. 22:53]
• Sovereign Scorn, Strength, and Steadfast Love [Psalm 59:8-10, cf. Psa. 2:1-4; Gen. 11:5]

2. Petition with Patience and Praise God for His Power [Psalm 59:11-17]

• Requests and Reasons [Psalm 59:11-13, cf. Exodus 7-12; Deut. 8:11; 1 Sam. 13:8-14, 31:1-6; Gen. 15:1; Rom. 12:19; 2 Tim. 4:14; Acts 8:20; 1 Cor. 16:22; Rev. 6:10; 2 Thess. 1:6-7; Matt. 23:13; Luk. 18:1-8, 23:34; Matt. 5:44]
• Howling Hunger [Psalm 59:14-15] Sing Praise for Sovereign Strength and Steadfast Love [Psalm 59:16-17, cf. Jhn. 10:28, 14:3; Matt. 10:28]

Conclusion