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1 O Lord, I have come to you for protection; don’t let me be disgraced…. Save me, for you do what is right.5 I entrust my spirit into your hand. Rescue me, Lord, for you are a faithful God.David called on the Lord to deliver him. He wanted God to stop those who were unjustly causing trouble. Therefore, David made his request based upon what he knew of God’s name,or character. Because God is righteous and loving, he desires to deliver his people.We say we have faith in God, but do we really trust him? David’s words, “I entrust my spirit into your hand.” convey his complete trust in God. Jesus used this phrase as he was dying on the cross---showing his absolute dependence on God the Father (Luke 23:46). Sephen repeated these words as he was being stoned to death (Acts 7:59), confident that in death he was simply passing from God’s earthly care to God’s eternal care. We should commit our possessions, our families, and our vocations to God. But first and foremost, we should commit ourselves completely to him.--- Life Application Study Bible notes PRAYER Heavenly Father,Teach me to remain calm when facing trouble. May I learn from the example of Jesus who never ran from a challenge and faced all sufferings in the confidence that comes from obedience and trust.In my distress, may I earnestly seek You trusting Your protection and sure mercies on my soul. Keep me out of the enemies’ trap and from the sin that would snare me. I affirm my dependence on You as I place myself into Your hands.Help me let go of fear, worry and doubt. Grant me the grace to go through difficulties. Like David I have taken my refuge in You and I trust in Your unfailing promises.In Jesus’ name, I pray.Amen