Maybe we give ourselves a break because we know all of our own

struggles, so we excuse ourselves from helping others in need. Yet, we

want God to rush to our aid in times of need. David writes this psalm

and begins it with some words about God’s desire for us to help those in

need. This concept is a huge theme throughout Scripture – to such a

degree that it influenced how the Israelites harvested their crops! If

it is true that we are weak and that we need help, then it should also

be true that we recognize our calling to be responsive to the weak

around us. No matter what they look like, what they’ve done, or how many

times they’ve fallen, our heart should mirror the heart of our Father

for those in need.