Introduction: The Cry for Deliverance
Psalm 107 is a song of redemption and restoration, revealing God’s mercy to those who are lost, afflicted, and in distress. The phrase “Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble” appears multiple times in this psalm (verses 6, 13, 19, 28), showing a pattern of human desperation and divine rescue.
Psalm 107:28 specifically shows the helplessness of man and the faithfulness of God. When we reach the end of ourselves, we learn that only God can truly save. This verse has deep theological significance, pointing to:
✔ The nature of prayer and dependence on God
✔ The faithfulness of God in delivering His people
✔ A Christ-centered fulfillment in Jesus, who is the ultimate deliverer
I. The Reality of Human Trouble – The Need for Deliverance
📖 Psalm 107:28 – “Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble.”
- Trouble is Inevitable – Scripture acknowledges that suffering and trials are part of life (John 16:33).
- Trouble is Allowed by God – God often permits distress to draw people closer to Him (Deuteronomy 8:2).
- Trouble Reveals Our Helplessness – Trials teach us that we cannot save ourselves (2 Corinthians 1:8-9).
🔹 Christological Connection: Jesus Himself experienced trouble and cried out to the Father (Matthew 26:39).
II. The Cry to the Lord – The Power of Prayer
📖 Psalm 107:28 – “Then they cried to the Lord.”
- A Cry of Desperation – True prayer is often born out of brokenness (Psalm 34:17).
- A Cry of Faith – Calling upon God shows trust in His power (Romans 10:13).
- A Cry That God Hears – The Lord never ignores the cries of His people (Psalm 50:15).
🔹 Christological Connection: Jesus Himself taught persistent prayer (Luke 18:1-8).
III. The Lord Hears and Answers – God’s Compassionate Response
📖 Psalm 107:28 – “And He delivered them from their distress.”
- God is Attentive – He listens and responds to His children (Psalm 91:15).
- God is Faithful – He never turns away from those who seek Him (Psalm 145:18).
- God Acts in Power – His deliverance is not partial but complete (Exodus 14:13-14).
🔹 Christological Connection: Jesus is the Good Shepherd who hears our cries and rescues us (John 10:27-28).
IV. Deliverance is God’s Work, Not Ours
📖 Psalm 107:28 – “And He delivered them.”
- God, Not Man, Saves – Human effort cannot bring salvation (Jonah 2:9).
- Deliverance Comes in His Timing – We must wait on the Lord’s help (Isaiah 40:31).
- God’s Deliverance is Eternal – The greatest rescue is from sin (Colossians 1:13-14).
🔹 Christological Connection: Jesus’ death and resurrection delivered us from sin and death (Romans 6:23).
V. Deliverance Leads to Worship and Thanksgiving
📖 Psalm 107:31 – “Let them thank the Lord for His steadfast love.”
- Gratitude is the Proper Response – God’s work demands worship (Luke 17:15-16).
- Praise Strengthens Our Faith – Thankfulness builds spiritual endurance (1 Thessalonians 5:18).
- Worship Declares God’s Glory – Our testimony inspires others to trust God (Psalm 105:1-2).
🔹 Christological Connection: Jesus always gave thanks to the Father (John 11:41).
VI. Deliverance Teaches Dependence on God
📖 Proverbs 3:5-6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.”
- Trials Show Our Weakness – We cannot rely on our own strength (2 Corinthians 12:9).
- Trust Grows Through Trouble – Every trial deepens our faith (James 1:2-3).
- Dependence Brings Peace – When we rely on God, we experience true rest (Matthew 11:28-30).
🔹 Christological Connection: Jesus modeled complete trust in the Father (Luke 22:42).
VII. The Ultimate Deliverance – Christ the Rescuer
📖 Colossians 1:13 – “He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of His beloved Son.”
- Sin is Our Greatest Distress – Every person needs spiritual rescue (Romans 3:23).
- Christ’s Sacrifice is the Ultimate Rescue – His death secured our freedom (Galatians 5:1).
- Eternal Deliverance is Certain – Those in Christ are safe forever (John 5:24).
🔹 Christological Connection: Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life (John 14:6).
VIII. Living Daily in Light of Deliverance
📖 Psalm 107:2 – “Let the redeemed of the Lord say so.”
- Testify About God’s Goodness – Share how He has delivered you (Mark 5:19).
- Live a Life of Obedience – If we are redeemed, we must walk in His ways (Ephesians 2:10).
- Encourage Others in Faith – Strengthen others who are in distress (2 Corinthians 1:3-4).
🔹 Christological Connection: Jesus sent His disciples to proclaim the Gospel (Matthew 28:19-20).
Conclusion: How Then Should We Live?
Since God hears, delivers, and strengthens, we must organize our lives around Him daily.
📖 Daily Schedule for Spiritual Strength
- Morning – Start with prayer and Scripture (Psalm 5:3).
- Throughout the Day – Maintain an attitude of gratitude (Colossians 3:17).
- In Challenges – Trust and call on God immediately (Philippians 4:6-7).
- Evening – Reflect on God’s faithfulness (Psalm 4:8).
📖 Key Verses for Building Spiritual Strength
- Prayer & Dependence – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
- Trust in God’s Power – Isaiah 41:10
- Faith Through Trials – James 1:2-3
- Victory in Christ – Romans 8:37
🔹 Final Reflection: If God has delivered us, we must live daily in His presence, sharing His goodness, and walking in His strength.
The God Who Hears
Stanza 1
I call out in the quiet,
My heart heavy with fear,
The world feels too strong,
I wonder if He hears.
Stanza 2
The storm rages around me,
Waves crash without mercy,
I reach for something steady,
But all seems far away.
Stanza 3
I remember His words,
He promised to listen,
He said He would come,
When I cry out to Him.
Stanza 4
My voice is weak,
But still, I speak,
Not knowing what to say,
Yet He understands.
Stanza 5
The wind does not stop,
The storm is still strong,
But peace settles in,
Because I know He is near.
Stanza 6
He does not ignore,
He does not forget,
His hands are steady,
His love does not change.
Stanza 7
I do not walk alone,
He goes before me,
Even in the darkness,
His light remains.
Stanza 8
He speaks through the storm,
Not with anger, but with love,
Not in fear, but with truth,
Calling me to trust.
Stanza 9
I do not need to see,
To know He is working,
I do not need to feel,
To know He is here.
Stanza 10
So I will call again,
Not just in my trouble,
But in the stillness too,
For He is always listening.
The God Who Hears and Delivers
📖 Text: Psalm 107:28 – “Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and He delivered them from their distress.”
Introduction: The God Who Listens
Life brings storms, trials, and troubles, often leaving us feeling helpless and overwhelmed. But Scripture reminds us that when we cry out to God, He hears and delivers. Psalm 107 repeats this theme multiple times (verses 6, 13, 19, 28), showing that:
✔ God hears the cries of His people
✔ God responds with power and love
✔ God’s ultimate deliverance is found in Jesus Christ
I. The Reality of Trouble – Life’s Unavoidable Storms
📖 Psalm 107:28 – “Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble.”
- Trials Are Inevitable – Suffering is part of life in a fallen world (John 16:33).
- Trials Reveal Our Need for God – Hard times strip away self-reliance (2 Corinthians 1:8-9).
- Trials Are a Call to Seek God – God allows difficulty to draw us closer to Him (Deuteronomy 8:2).
🔹 Christ Connection: Jesus faced storms with His disciples and showed He is Lord over trouble (Mark 4:35-41).
II. The Cry to the Lord – The Power of Prayer
📖 Psalm 107:28 – “Then they cried to the Lord.”
- A Cry of Desperation – True prayer is born out of brokenness (Psalm 34:17).
- A Cry of Faith – Crying out to God is an act of trust in His power (Romans 10:13).
- A Cry That God Hears – The Lord never ignores His children (Psalm 50:15).
🔹 Christ Connection: Jesus taught persistent prayer, urging us to keep asking, seeking, and knocking (Luke 18:1-8).
III. The Lord Hears and Responds – His Compassionate Deliverance
📖 Psalm 107:28 – “And He delivered them from their distress.”
- God’s Response is Certain – He is faithful to answer His people (Psalm 91:15).
- God’s Deliverance is Powerful – His rescue is not partial but complete (Exodus 14:13-14).
- God’s Deliverance is in His Timing – He acts according to His perfect plan (Isaiah 40:31).
🔹 Christ Connection: Jesus, as the Good Shepherd, hears and rescues His lost sheep (John 10:27-28).
IV. Deliverance is God’s Work, Not Ours
📖 Psalm 107:28 – “And He delivered them.”
- We Cannot Save Ourselves – Salvation is by grace, not human effort (Ephesians 2:8-9).
- God’s Strength, Not Ours – We must depend on His power alone (Isaiah 41:10).
- God’s Deliverance Brings Glory to Him – He saves for His name’s sake (Psalm 106:8).
🔹 Christ Connection: Jesus is the only Savior—our deliverance from sin and death comes through Him (Acts 4:12).
V. Deliverance Leads to Worship and Thanksgiving
📖 Psalm 107:31 – “Let them thank the Lord for His steadfast love.”
- Gratitude is the Right Response – We must acknowledge God’s goodness (Luke 17:15-16).
- Worship Deepens Faith – Giving thanks builds trust in His future faithfulness (1 Thessalonians 5:18).
- Testimonies of Deliverance Encourage Others – Sharing God’s work inspires faith in others (Psalm 105:1-2).
🔹 Christ Connection: Jesus always gave thanks, showing us the heart of gratitude (John 11:41).
VI. Deliverance Teaches Dependence on God
📖 Proverbs 3:5-6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.”
- Trials Show Our Weakness – They remind us we cannot rely on ourselves (2 Corinthians 12:9).
- Trust in God Deepens – Difficult times strengthen our faith in God’s provision (James 1:2-3).
- Dependence Brings Peace – Trusting God brings supernatural rest (Matthew 11:28-30).
🔹 Christ Connection: Jesus lived in complete dependence on the Father, showing us how to trust (Luke 22:42).
VII. The Ultimate Deliverance – Christ Our Rescuer
📖 Colossians 1:13 – “He has delivered us from the domain of darkness and transferred us to the kingdom of His beloved Son.”
- Our Greatest Problem is Sin – All people need spiritual rescue (Romans 3:23).
- Jesus’ Death Secured Our Freedom – His sacrifice defeated sin and death (Galatians 5:1).
- Eternal Deliverance is Promised – Those who trust Christ are safe forever (John 5:24).
🔹 Christ Connection: Jesus is the fulfillment of God’s ultimate deliverance (John 14:6).
VIII. Living Daily in Light of Deliverance
📖 Psalm 107:2 – “Let the redeemed of the Lord say so.”
- Proclaim His Goodness – Tell others how God has worked in your life (Mark 5:19).
- Walk in Obedience – If we are redeemed, we must live as His children (Ephesians 2:10).
- Encourage Others in Faith – Strengthen those going through their own trials (2 Corinthians 1:3-4).
🔹 Christ Connection: Jesus sent His followers to proclaim His salvation (Matthew 28:19-20).
Conclusion: How Then Should We Live?
Since God hears, delivers, and strengthens, we must:
✔ Seek Him daily in prayer – Philippians 4:6-7
✔ Trust His timing in trials – Isaiah 41:10
✔ Live with gratitude and worship – 1 Thessalonians 5:18
✔ Share His deliverance with others – Mark 5:19
📖 Final Verse: Psalm 50:15 – “Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me.”
Challenge: Will you trust God in your distress and declare His faithfulness to the world?