The difference between being a cowardly or courageous Christian is not how strong you are but how strong Christ is.
The dark story of Saul's downfall centres on his disobedience to the word of the Lord.
Even when you try to replace the Lord as King, the Lord is faithful to keep the crown and call you back to commitment.
Facing many enemies, the church must always look up to her covenant-keeping LORD to accomplish salvation.
When you pray this praise, you profess your confidence in God alone to answer your prayer.
When you pray this petition, you confess you cannot overcome temptation by yourself and instead seek the salvation you need from God.
Because our sins are forgiven by the blood of Christ, we must know this forgiveness, and we must also forgive others.
Because our Saviour tells us to pray for our daily bread, we must pray for our physical needs, and rest in the promise that God will provide.