Gratitude for Answered Prayer

“On the day I called you answered me; my strength of soul you increased.” – Psalm 138:3 (ESV)

Psalm 138 is a catalogue of praise to God for hearing and answering prayers. A Psalm of David, the Psalm recounts various situations in which God showed His love and concern and answered the believer’s prayers.

God is still faithfully answering the prayers of believers today. God shows steadfast love and faithfulness (v. 2). His name is exalted above all (v. 2). Whatever day one calls on God, He answers and increases the soul’s strength. The kings of the earth will come to recognize the Lord as sovereign and sing to Him (vv. 4, 5). Although the Lord is high, He regards the lowly (v. 5). In the midst of trouble, God stretches out His hand and delivers the faithful (v. 7). The believer can be assured that the Lord will fulfill his purpose in his life, and that God will not forsake him, the “work of His hands” (v. 5).

Even though David wrote the words of Psalm 138 centuries ago, the truths hold true today.

God stands ready to hear and answer our prayers. The faithful can go to Him with petitions daily. They are assured that His ear is attuned to their needs.

Great is the Lord and greatly to be praised. He hears the prayers of His faithful servants.

He hears and answers even me. Praise is a part of petition and thanksgiving. Let us not forget to praise the Lord for His faithfulness to us day by day. Selah! - Ethelene Dyer Jones 06.25.2017