Yahweh is My Strength and Shield

From Plea to Profession: Trusting Yahweh's Protection

Sermon Outline: Yahweh is My Strength and Shield

Plea for Help
Petitions
Profession of Trust
Prayer of Intercession

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Worship Song List:

O LORD, My Rock and My Redeemer
’Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus
The LORD Be Blessed
He Will Hold Me Fast
O God, Our Help In Ages Past

The Strength and Shield of Yahweh

In times of distress and uncertainty, we all face moments where we desperately need a refuge and a shield. Psalm 28:1-9, paired with Isaiah 26:1-12, provides a powerful reminder that Yahweh is the strength of His people. In this lesson, we explore how to cry out in our moments of need, make our petitions known to God, and trust in His faithfulness to deliver. Yahweh is both the protector and deliverer of His people—today and always.

Trusting Yahweh as Our Strength and Shield

In our world, where troubles often overwhelm and fear encircles, it is vital to remember who our strength is—Yahweh. Psalm 28:1-9 beckons us to see God as our refuge in times of distress. Whether we are pleading for help, laying out petitions, or offering our profession of trust, Yahweh stands as our unwavering protector.

Yahweh’s Answer to Our Plea for Help

Psalm 28:1-9 reveals the nature of our God—He hears the cries of His people. As David pleads for deliverance from enemies, he places his trust in the sovereignty of Yahweh. This teaches us that our most desperate prayers should be lifted to the God who is mighty to save.

The Assurance of God’s Protection

The second half of Psalm 28 demonstrates the confidence we can have in God’s answer to our prayers. God does not abandon His own, and His faithfulness is sure. When we pray, we must trust in God’s ability and willingness to shield us from harm and guide us in His way.

Key Verses and Commentary

Psalm 28:1-2 – A plea for Yahweh’s intervention. David acknowledges God as his only refuge and looks to Him alone for help.
Psalm 28:6-7 – David praises Yahweh for answering his prayer, declaring that the Lord is his strength and shield.
Hebrews 4:16 – Encouragement to approach God boldly in our time of need, knowing He will give mercy and grace.
Isaiah 40:11 – A depiction of Yahweh as the shepherd who gently leads His people, strengthening and protecting them.

Key Words

Plea: A passionate, urgent request for deliverance or help.
Petition: A formal request or prayer seeking God’s intervention.
Profession of Trust: A declaration of confidence in God’s protection and faithfulness.
Intercession: The act of praying on behalf of others, asking God for mercy or intervention.
Shield: A symbol of God’s protection from harm or evil.

Key People

David: The psalmist and king, who calls on Yahweh for deliverance, offering his trust and petitions. His leadership and relationship with God exemplify the believer’s dependence on God.
Yahweh: The sovereign protector and provider, acting as both shield and strength for His people, answering their pleas and intercessions.

Connecting David’s Trust to Our Struggles Today: Applying Psalm 28

In our modern lives, just as David faced adversaries, we too face enemies—whether physical, emotional, or spiritual. The message from Psalm 28:1-9 speaks to us today about the power of a trusting plea to Yahweh. We are reminded that He alone is our strength and shield, and we are encouraged to bring all our petitions before Him with confidence, knowing He will act.

Message to Original Audience

Yahweh is a strong deliverer and protector.
David’s plea for help is based on his confidence in God’s faithfulness.
The original audience is called to trust in Yahweh as their shield, knowing He is just and merciful.

Applications for Believers Today

Trust Yahweh as your protector in times of distress.
Bring all your petitions before God with boldness and confidence.
Make a profession of trust in Yahweh’s ability to shield and deliver you.
Pray for others, interceding on their behalf with faith in God’s ability to act.

God, Our Strength and Shield

In times of trial, we are called to trust Yahweh, our strength and shield. Psalm 28:1-9 teaches us to bring our pleas, petitions, and trust before God, knowing that He will deliver and protect. Trust in His faithfulness remains unwavering through all circumstances.

Psalm 28 “Yahweh is My Strength and Shield”