A Prayer of Confidence in God's Protection (Psalm 17, Part 2)

A Prayer for Protection (verses 6-9)

http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ps%2017:6-9&version=NIV

God protects us in our troubles, providing refuge and answering our prayers. With Christ our Protector may our prayers keep pace with our confident expectation of God’s refuge.

We call on You, our God, for You will answer us. Turn Your ear to us and hear our prayers. Show us the wonders of Your great love. Thank You that You save by Your right hand those who take refuge in You. Keep us as the apple of Your eye. Hide us in the shadow of Your wings as we face opposition to Your love.

A Prayer for Deliverance (verses 10-13)

http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ps%2017:10-13&version=NIV

The outward expression of sinful people reflects their inner being. While we may be weak and foolish like sheep; we have a wise and strong Shepherd, who rescues us from sinful people, and we can pray to Him for deliverance.

Thank You, Lord, that we have a wise and strong Shepherd. Rescue us from sinful people. Rise up, Lord, confront them, rescue us from the wicked.