Psalms 25 · Grade 4

A Prayer for Guidance

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Read and Think

Psalm 25's title says it is By David. In Hebrew it is an acrostic poem, with verses that mostly begin with the letters of the alphabet in order. David begins, To you, Yahweh, I lift up my soul. He trusts that no one who waits for God will be shamed. His main request is for guidance: Show me your ways, Yahweh. Teach me your paths. Guide me in your truth, and teach me.

David knows he needs forgiveness too. Don't remember the sins of my youth, nor my transgressions. Remember me according to your loving kindness. He says that because Yahweh is good and upright, he will instruct sinners in the way. The friendship of Yahweh is with those who fear him. Though David feels lonely and has many enemies, he says, My eyes are ever on Yahweh. He ends praying for all of Israel.

Show What You Know

What is an acrostic poem?
What is David's main request?
Who will God instruct in the way?
Who is the friendship of Yahweh with?

Word Bank Fill-In

Use the word bank to fill in each blank.

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David begins, To you, Yahweh, I lift up my .
He trusts that no one who waits for will be shamed.
His main request is for guidance: Show me your , Yahweh.
Teach me your .
Guide me in your , and teach me.

Think About It

David asked God, Show me your ways. What decision do you need God's guidance for right now?
God remembers us according to his loving kindness, not our sins. How does that make you feel about coming to God?

Memory Verse

“Guide me in your truth, and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation. I wait for you all day long.”

Psalms 25:5 (WEB)

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Prayer

Dear God, thank You for teaching me Your ways. Help me . Amen.

Take It Home

For families: talk about these together.

David asked God to free him from his troubles of heart. What trouble can you bring honestly to God?
What choice do you need God's help with?