DAY 22: PSALM 22

Day 22

PSALM 22: My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?

This is a big psalm which seems to amplify a number of the themes of Psalms so far. Here’s a basic structure to help you get a grip on it.

  • 1-11: prayer for help part 1

  • 12-21: prayer for help part 2

  • 22-26: praise for help part 1

  • 27-31: praise for help part 2

What are the different aspects of the psalmist’s suffering?

Which groups of people are impacted by his deliverance? How are they affected?

This psalm is quoted or referred to many times in the gospels, especially Mark 15 and Matthew 27. How does this psalm shed light on Jesus, his death and resurrection?

Where can we see ourselves in this psalm?

Today’s Prayer Suggestions

1. Meditate on Jesus' suffering on the cross and give thanks that He endured forsakenness for our salvation.

2. Pray that God's Spirit would work in our hearts to apply Scripture to our lives, not just hear it.

3. Pray for the Djamaludin's to clearly preach the gospel in Thai, that many would be reconciled to Christ.