Verse 4 is the pin on which the refrains on each side spin. It pegs the hour and minute hands to the face of the clock as they spin. Verse 4 is the meat of the three-course meal. The center is the confession of hope. The center is the confession of confidence in the Most High God. “Elohim azar” (Hebrew) opens David’s conviction. God is my help.
When trouble spins me like a tornado does a tree, where do I find my anchor? Do I trust in myself for help? Do I look to another? Is my wealth, power, weapons, or creations what I believe will save me?
The Canaanite woman whose daughter suffered terribly from demon possession went to Jesus for help for he had come near where she lived. When Jesus did not answer a word, she kept on trusting in him. She did not give up asking.
The disciples were annoyed and wanted him to send her away. When Jesus said, “I was sent only to the lost sheep of Israel” the woman came and knelt before him, “Lord, help me!” she exclaimed. When he still resisted doing anything she kept her faith in him. “Even the dogs eat the crumbs that fall from their masters’ table.”
Jesus replied, “Woman, you have great faith! Your request is granted.” And her daughter was healed from that very hour. (Matthew 15:25)
David also eventually saw the Lord deliver him. So he confesses, “The Lord is the one who sustains my soul.”
