The Bible is full of literary masterpieces. Oftentimes, the Scripture writers use what is called a chiasm to communicate their message. Psalm 143 is an simple example of a chiastic structure. In this psalm, David appeals to the Lord for a quick answer to his prayer. He desires deliverance from his enemies.

We serve a great King... one greater than David who is committed to rule us by His Word and Spirit and who has promised to defend and deliver us from all of His and our enemies... most notably the world, the flesh, the devil, and death.

A1 (vv. 1-2) Relationship of servant to Master

            B1 (vv.  3-4) Danger of enemies

                        C1 (vv. 5-6) Trust

                                    D (v 7) Urgency

                        C2 (v 8) Trust

            B2 (vv. 9-10) Danger of enemies

A2 (vv. 11-12) Relationship of servant to Master

I also enjoy singing a simple Scripture song from Psalm 143:5-11. Here are the lyrics that I meditate and think about frequently especially early in the morning as I begin my day. I hope today that you will hear and experience the Lord's loyal, persistent, and unfailing love for you...

 

Cause me to hear

            thy lovingkindness

                        in the morning;

For in Thee do I trust:

Cause me to know

            the way wherein I should walk;

For I lift up my soul unto Thee.

Deliver me, O LORD...

Teach me to do Thy will...

Quicken me, O LORD,

For I stretch out my hands unto Thee.

Shalom!

Pastor Cain