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Make Haste to Me

This psalm of David, a prayer for protection, guidance, and direction, emphasizes the importance of seeking God's help in times of need. David asks for guidance, protection from evil works, and the wisdom to discern right from wrong. It highlights the significance of allowing the righteous to rebuke us and trusting in God's deliverance from enemies. The text encourages a life of moderation, stewardship, and righteous living, while seeking refuge in God amidst worldly challenges.

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Make Haste to Me

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  1. Make Haste to Me Psalm 141

  2. A psalm of David Time unknown A prayer for protection (guard), guidance and direction

  3. David’s request for guidance (1-5a) Vs. 1, typical of David, “I cry out to You”, Make haste to me and hear my voice

  4. David’s request for guidance (1-5a) Vs. 2, hopes for his prayer to be acceptable to the LORD Incense – prayers offered as “a sweet smelling aroma” to God – Revelation 5:8, 8:3-4, Hebrews 13:15-16

  5. David’s request for guidance (1-5a) Vs. 3-5, qualities of the godly Guard what I say (3) – set a guard over my mouth,… Matthew 15:11, 18-20James 3:1-12, 1:19, 26 Proverbs 21:23, Whoever guards his mouth and tongue Keeps his soul from troubles.

  6. David’s request for guidance (1-5a) Keep me from evil works (4) – do not incline my heart to evil, to eat the delicacies of men of iniquity We are to be different! 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, 1 Peter 4:3, 1 Corinthians 15:33

  7. David’s request for guidance (1-5a) Keep me from evil works (4) Different does NOT mean we leave or isolate ourselves from the world around us – John 17:15-16

  8. David’s request for guidance (1-5a) Keep me from evil works (4) Can the Christian enjoy life? Yes! Philippians 4:41 Timothy 4:4-5Ecclesiastes 3:12-13, 5:18-20

  9. David’s request for guidance (1-5a) Keep me from evil works (4) Can the Christian enjoy life? Yes! God intends for us to enjoy life, BUT with eternity in mind – Ecclesiastes 12:13-14, cf. 11:9.Do NOT make anything an idol, or engage in ungodliness!Moderation is key! Be a good steward

  10. David’s request for guidance (1-5a) Let the righteous rebuke me (5a) Do we appreciate the rebuke of the godly? Sadly, many want their ears tickled – 2 Timothy 2:2-4

  11. David’s request for guidance (1-5a) Let the righteous rebuke me (5a) Christians are to go to their erring brethren – Galatians 6:1-2, James 5:19-20. Do we make this an unpleasant task? (Arrogance, pride, indifference, etc. Some DARE one to question them)

  12. David’s request for guidance (1-5a) Let the righteous rebuke me (5a) If you want heaven, you want to be corrected Matthew 18:15-18, Proverbs 27:6

  13. Keep me from the enemy (5b-10) David’s prayer – against the deeds of the wicked (5b) Often the wicked seem to rule in this world. It is Satan’s domain – 1 John 5:19, 2 Corinthians 4:4 – the god of this age

  14. Keep me from the enemy (5b-10) David’s prayer – against the deeds of the wicked (5b) We may not stop the ungodly, but we can pray! Matthew 5:44, 1 Corinthians 4:12-13, 1 Timothy 2:1-2 It is NOT about hatred of them, but their deeds! Leave it with God!

  15. Keep me from the enemy (5b-10) Their judges are overthrown (6-7) Possibly a description of their defeat (even execution). As they perish, they realize David’s goodness and warnings!Cf. 1 Peter 3:16: 2:12, 15

  16. Keep me from the enemy (5b-10) But my eyes are upon You (8) David (typical) trusts in Him. He sees the Lord God as his refuge.

  17. Keep me from the enemy (5b-10) Do not leave my soul destitute (8-9) When we pray for our enemies, are we praying for wisdom to discern and overcome? Do we pray for deliverance? Ephesians 5:15-16, Colossians 452 Thessalonians 3:1-22 Corinthians 1:9-11

  18. Keep me from the enemy (5b-10) Let the wicked fall into their own nets, while I escape safely (10) Mild imprecatory psalm. Let ungodliness fail! The wicked WILL answer for their conduct 2 Thessalonians 1:6-10

  19. Do you turn to Him when facing troubles?

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