Psalm 143:7

The Message

Hurry with your answer, God! I’m nearly at the end of my rope. Don’t turn away; don’t ignore me! That would be certain death. If you wake me each morning with the sound of your loving voice, I’ll go to sleep each night trusting in you. Point out the road I must travel; I’m all ears, all eyes before you. Save me from my enemies, God— you’re my only hope! Teach me how to live to please you, because you’re my God. Lead me by your blessed Spirit into cleared and level pastureland.

Cross References

Psalm 28:1

Don’t turn a deaf ear when I call you, God. If all I get from you is deafening silence, I’d be better off in the Black Hole.

Psalm 69:17

Don’t look the other way; your servant can’t take it. I’m in trouble. Answer right now!

Psalm 69:18

Come close, God; get me out of here. Rescue me from this deathtrap.

Psalm 69:3

I’m hoarse from calling for help, Bleary-eyed from searching the sky for God.

Psalm 70:5

But I’ve lost it. I’m wasted. God—quickly, quickly! Quick to my side, quick to my rescue! God, don’t lose a minute.

Psalm 71:12

God, don’t just watch from the sidelines. Come on! Run to my side! My accusers—make them lose face. Those out to get me—make them look Like idiots, while I stretch out, reaching for you, and daily add praise to praise. I’ll write the book on your righteousness, talk up your salvation all the day long, never run out of good things to write or say. I come in the power of the Lord God, I post signs marking his right-of-way.

Proverbs 13:12

Unrelenting disappointment leaves you heartsick, but a sudden good break can turn life around.