In the Lord I Take Refuge: Daily Devotions Through the Psalms with Dane Ortlund Psalm 143 - My Soul Thirsts for You
Nov 19, 2025
Dive into Psalm 143, where a heartfelt cry for God’s help resonates deeply. The discussion highlights the psalmist's thirst for divine guidance and emphasizes a profound plea for mercy. Martin Luther’s insights bring tension between works and the assurance of grace. The struggle to trust in God’s grace amid personal failures is explored. Unpacking the human heart reveals our inherent weaknesses and the crucial need for divine intervention, ultimately pointing to Christ as the fulfillment of hope and righteousness.
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A Soul That Thirsts For God
- The psalmist expresses deep longing: 'My soul thirsts for you like a parched land.'
- He pleads for guidance, deliverance, and God's steadfast love as his refuge.
Luther Frames The Christian Struggle
- Martin Luther observed that no works can finally condemn or save believers in Christ.
- Dane Ortlund uses Luther's line to frame the core battle of Christian faith.
Righteousness Given, Not Earned
- The gospel covers our weakness by imputing Christ's righteousness to us despite our failures.
- This gives hope to those who recognize their unrighteousness rather than rely on personal virtue.