Psalms, 18
18. They came upon me in the day of my calamity; but the LORD was my stay.
18. They came upon me in the day of my calamity; but the LORD was my stay.
Psalm 18 is a poetry attributed to King David, who expresses his gratitude to God for having delivered him from his enemies and death. The main topics covered in the chapter are divine protection, the deliverance of death and enemies, the righteousness of God and the importance of seeking God in the midst of difficulties.
Isaiah 25:1: "O Lord, you are my God; I will exalt you and praise your name, for you have done wonderful things; your ancient advice are true and firmness." The verse exalts God for his wisdom and faithfulness to fulfill his promises, which include the protection and deliverance of his people.
Psalm 34:17: "The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them, and delivers them from all their anguish." This verse highlights the protection and deliverance that God offers to his righteous servants who trust him and seek him in the midst of difficulties.
Psalm 37:39-40: "But the salvation of the righteous comes from the Lord; He is his fortress in the time of anguish. The Lord helps them and delivers them; He delivers them from the wicked and saves them, because they take refuge in Him." The psalmist emphasizes that protection and deliverance come only from God, which is the fortress and the refuge of the righteous in the midst of afflictions.
Psalm 91:14-16: "For he loved me, I will deliver him; I will put him in a high retreat, because he knew my name. He will invoke me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in the anguish; , and I will glorify him. I will be litted with Longura of days, and I will show you my salvation. " This verse highlights divine protection for those who love and seek God, ensuring deliverance and blessings in the midst of difficulties.
Psalm 118:5-7: "From the midst of anguish I invoid the Lord; the Lord heard me and put me in a wide place. The Lord is for me; I will not fear what the man can do to me. The Lord is for me between me those who help me; so I will fulfill my desire for those who hate me. " This verse emphasizes the importance of seeking God in the midst of anguish, trusting in its protection and deliverance, even in the opposition of the enemies.
“É sempre necessário ir para a frente, nunca para trás, na vida espiritual. O barco que pára em vez de ir adiante é empurrado para trás pelo vento.” São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina