Psalm 42

“A Longing for Satisfaction”

Introduction:

I. Describing the Discouragement

A. The Depth of Sorrow (1, 2)

B. The Derision of Scoffers (3, 10)

C. The Disappointment of Sorrowful Recollections (4)

II. Dispelling the Discouragement

A. Acknowledge Our Discouragement (6, 10a)

B. Ask Questions about Our Discouragement (5, 11)

C. Address Sermons to Ourselves

1. Re-hope in God (5, 11, 43:5) “Put your hope in God.”

2. Remember God (6-9)

3. Rest in the Promise of God (43:3, 4)