Psalm 142

Introduction:

In the world and in the Spirit

I. Declaration of faith (vv. 1,2)

A. Varying cries
B. To a singular source

II. Devotion to one thing necessary (vv. 3-7)

A. No self-confidence
B. Many crafty foes
C. No natural resources
D. Strong in the Lord
E. Boasting in weakness
F. Faith’s victory

III. Summary and application

In the evil day, stand fast in the Lord (Eph. 6:10ff)