Psalm 22 - Praying God's Word

Please read Psalm 22.

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Meditate on verse 19.

But You, O LORD, be not far off;

O You my help, hasten to my assistance.

As you read Psalm 22, you may hear words that are part of the crucifixion story. These words were spoken by David when he was in a distressful situation. These very same words were lived and spoken by Jesus 1,000 years after David when He was in the most distressful situation to occur in the history of mankind. Psalm 22 prophesies the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

David and Jesus both lived these words, and they each experienced the promises contained in them. This can become your personal psalm as well. Reread it and look for promises for yourself and those you love.

Pray Psalm 22:3-5 and 19 over yourself and those for whom you stand guard as a faithful, prayerful watchman (Isaiah 62:6-7).

“LORD, You are holy. 

You are enthroned upon our praises.

_________ and I trust You; please deliver us!

We cry out to You to be delivered.

 In You we trust; we will not be disappointed.

You, O LORD, be not far off.

You are our help; hasten to our assistance!

In Your name, Jesus~”

Now read Matthew 27:38-46; Mark 15:22-37; Luke 23:33-46; and John 19:17-37. Do you see parallels with Psalm 22?

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