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Psalms 143 · Grade 4

Thirsting for God

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Read and Think

Psalm 143 is titled A Psalm by David. It begins with a humble request: Hear my prayer, Yahweh. Don't enter into judgment with your servant, for in your sight no man living is righteous. David does not claim to deserve help. He asks on the basis of God's faithfulness and righteousness.

David's enemy had crushed him, and his heart was desolate. In his darkness he looked back: I remember the days of old. I meditate on all your doings. Remembering God's past help gave him hope. Then he reached out: I spread out my hands to you. My soul thirsts for you, like a parched land.

The second half is a string of requests for guidance. Cause me to hear your loving kindness in the morning, for I trust in you. Cause me to know the way in which I should walk. Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. Your Spirit is good. Lead me in the land of uprightness.

Show What You Know

  1. On what basis does David ask for help?

  2. What gave David hope in his darkness?

  3. What picture shows David's longing?

  4. Name two things David asks God for in the second half.

Word Bank Fill-In

Use the word bank to fill in each blank.

SpiritprayermorningTeach
  1. It begins with a humble request: Hear my , Yahweh.
  2. Cause me to hear your loving kindness in the , for I trust in you.
  3. me to do your will, for you are my God.
  4. Your is good.

Think About It

  1. David remembered God's past works when he was discouraged. What past help from God can you remember on a hard day?

  2. David asked to hear God's love each morning. How could you start your day with God?

Memory Verse

“Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. Your Spirit is good. Lead me in the land of uprightness.”

Psalms 143:10 (WEB)

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Prayer

Dear God, thank You for leading me. Help me . Amen.

Take It Home

For families: talk about these together.

  • When do you feel a deep need for God?
  • When you feel low, what memory of God's care can lift you?

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