Psalms, 40
13. For all about me are evils beyond count; my sins so overcome me I cannot see. They are more than the hairs of my head; my courage fails me.
13. For all about me are evils beyond count; my sins so overcome me I cannot see. They are more than the hairs of my head; my courage fails me.
Psalm 40 is an expression of trust in God and gratitude for your help in difficult times. He begins with David talking about how God took him out of a "well of destruction" and placed his feet on a firm rock. He then praises God for his blessings and mercy, asking him to continue to be his helper and liberator. Below are five verses related to the topics covered in Psalm 40:
Psalm 37:23-24: "The Lord establishes the footsteps of a man, when his conduct pleases him; even if he stumbles, he will not fall, for the Lord takes him by the hand." This verse talks about how God takes care of those who follow Him and how He protects them and helps them in difficult times.
Psalm 46:1: "God is our refuge and our fortress, aid always present in adversity." This verse is an expression of trust in God and the security it offers.
Psalm 118:5: "In my anguish I cry to the Lord, the Lord heard me and saved me." This verse talks about how God responds to prayers and helps His followers in times of necessity.
Isaiah 41:10: "Do not fear, because I am with you, do not haunt yourself, because I am your God; I strengthen you, and help you, and I support you with my faithful right hand." This verse is another expression of trust in God and how it helps and sustains his followers.
Philippians 4:6-7: "You are not restless for anything; before your petitions are in all known before God for prayer and supplication with thanksgiving; and the peace of God, which exceeds all understanding, will keep yours Hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus. " This verse talks about the importance of prayer and gratitude, and how this can bring peace and comfort in difficult times.
“Sigamos o caminho que nos conduz a Deus.” São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina
