Psalm 142 Sermon: From Cave to Confidence

In Psalm 142, David, hiding in a cave from King Saul’s persecution, expresses deep sorrow and isolation, feeling that no one takes notice of his troubles, yet he confidently declares that the Lord knows his path and is his refuge. The psalm reflects a lamentation and trust in God, as David cries out for mercy and deliverance, assured that the Lord will deliver him from his enemies. Similarly, Horatio Spafford, despite losing his daughters in a tragic shipwreck, found peace in trusting God, penning "It Is Well with My Soul" amidst his grief. The sermon emphasizes that, like David and Spafford, Christians should trust in Jesus alone for salvation and satisfaction, recognizing that only He can deliver and fulfill, as sin separates humanity from God and only Christ’s grace reconciles us.