Psalm 143:1-7 – REASONS FOR PRAYER

The best reason for praying is because God says to. (Matthew 7:7-11, Ephesians 6:18, Philippians 4:6-7, 1 Thessalonians 5:17,) However, David gives us several more reasons why we should be men and women of prayer.

1. GOD IS FAITHFUL – Vs. 1

2. GOD IS RIGHTEOUS – Vs. 1

3. GOD IS HOLY – Vs. 2

Compared to God, no man is justified, or righteous in His sight.

God’s holiness is perfect.

4. THE ENEMY IS GREAT – Vs. 3

5. I AM OVERWHELMED – Vs. 4

6. I REMEMBER GOD’S POWER (from past victories) – Vs. 5

Remembering what God has done for us in the past will give us assurance that He can and will work in our behalf now, and in the future.

7. I AM THIRSTY – Vs. 6