Daily Bible Reading – March 2023, "God’s Saving Word: Prayer"Prøve

March 11 Introduction Today’s psalm begins with the writer expressing complete trust in God, even when experiencing adversity. The writer warns against depending on violence and riches and affirms that salvation is dependent on God alone. Scripture Reading Psalm 62 Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 62:5 I depend on God alone; I put my hope in him. Reflect The psalm writer refers to God as defender (verses 2, 6), protector (verse 7), shelter (verse 7), and refuge (verse 8). What are your thoughts about these images for God? What do verses 3 and 4 tell you about the psalm writer’s situation? The writer urges us to tell God all our troubles (verse 8). What might you need to tell God today? Pray Lord God, you are my defender, protector, shelter, and refuge. I depend on you alone, O God, and place my hope and trust in you. When I am troubled and worried, I can turn to you, gracious God, trusting in your care and constant love. Amen. Tomorrow’s Reading Psalm 70: A prayer for help.