Psalms 12:1-8

Contents: A prayer for help against oppressors.

Characters: God, David.

Conclusion: The believer is commonly tempted to think that because trouble has lasted long, it will last always, but if he will bring his cares and griefs to the throne of grace, he may go away with praise, being assured that all will be well at last.

Key Word: Oppressors, Psalms 12:5.

Strong Verses: Psalms 12:3; Psalms 12:6.

Striking Facts: Psalms 12:6. Some see in the seven-fold trying of God's Word, an allusion to the seven dispensations of man or to the seven periods of the church, or to that perfection signified in the number seven to which the Scriptures will have been brought at the Revelation of Jesus Christ.