Psa 85:1 | MHM | STEP | Prayer for Restoration and Mercy In this psalm, the church is going through trouble and distress. They are taught to come to God in prayer, trusting that He hears and answers. God helps His people to pray by giving them the right words and desires in their hearts. Even when times are hard, God's people should remember and be thankful for His past kindness. This psalm teaches us how to pray when we are feeling weak and low. v. 1 : The people start by thanking God for what He has done before. They say, You, Lord , have been favorable to your land . God showed special kindness to Israel, giving them the land of Canaan and protecting them. His favor is the source of all good things for both nations and individuals (Psalm 44:3 ).

‏ Psalms 85:1

Prayer for Restoration and Mercy

In this psalm, the church is going through trouble and distress. They are taught to come to God in prayer, trusting that He hears and answers. God helps His people to pray by giving them the right words and desires in their hearts. Even when times are hard, God's people should remember and be thankful for His past kindness. This psalm teaches us how to pray when we are feeling weak and low.

v. 1: The people start by thanking God for what He has done before. They say, You, Lord, have been favorable to your land . God showed special kindness to Israel, giving them the land of Canaan and protecting them. His favor is the source of all good things for both nations and individuals (Psalm 44:3 ^a).