Hear a Just Case, O LORD

Thesis: David's Prayer for God to hear a Just Case

1. David's Just Cause v:1-2

• Don't have a clear context for the prayer
• David prays for God to intervene in proving his innocence

A. His Cry

• In distress
• Clear and Mournful
• Hebrews 5:7

B. The Justice of God

• Psalm 9:7-8/ 33:5/37

1. The Innocence of David v:3
   *David knew he was slandered but knew of his unrighteousness

• He knew God was not far to those who love HIM

Application: - Gob hears a "just case". HE hears the prayer of his saints that are good and right

2. an Appeal to the Savior's steadfast love - V6-7

• Steadfast - Loval love, covenant love
• Love for those HE has chosen to bring to himself
  • Deuteronomy 7:6-9
  • Psalm 10:11/17
  • "from everlasting to everlasting"
• Jesus Christ is savior in times of trouble here on earth and from condemnation of sin

3. Further Requests v8-12

• Apple of your Eyes" - Handle me with extreme care

C. The Sure Hope V13-14

• Bring Justice
• Psalm 73
• I will see you in righteousness - beyond his earthly life

D. Application

• Cry out to God in times of trouble
• Take refuge in HIM and in His steadfast love
• Don't lose sight of our ultimate hope