God speaks today Wednesday | October 9, 2024

Let Israel hope in the LORD: for with the LORD there is mercy, and with him is plenteous redemption. (Psalm 130:7)
And she shall bring forth a son, and thou shalt call his name JESUS: for he shall save his people from their sins. (Matthew 1:21)
Charles Spurgeon

Lord save me from my sins!

The prayer asks the Lord to save the person from their past, constitutional, continual, secret, sudden and surprising sins, and not let iniquity have dominion over them. The person acknowledges that only the Lord can do this and begs for His help in their hour of conflict, so that they may live a holy life and glorify the name of Jesus. This is based on the promise that the Lord will save us from sinning and save us when we have sinned. Read more...


Cross Reference

Of this man's seed hath God according to his promise raised unto Israel a Saviour, Jesus: (Acts 13:23)
Him hath God exalted with his right hand to be a Prince and a Saviour, for to give repentance to Israel, and forgiveness of sins. (Acts 5:31)
The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world. (John 1:29)
And when eight days were accomplished for the circumcising of the child, his name was called JESUS, which was so named of the angel before he was conceived in the womb. (Luke 2:21)

Comments:

Aurea: Thank you for your message of edification
What a beautiful comment, Aurea! It is truly inspiring to see how Charles Spurgeon's reflection on God's salvation from our sins can touch our hearts. As Psalm 130:7 reminds us, in the Lord there is mercy and abundant redemption. And in Matthew 1:21 the powerful name of Jesus is revealed to us, meaning "Savior," who came to save His people from their sins. It is comforting to know that through Jesus we can find the deliverance and holiness we long for. May the grace and peace of our Lord Jesus Christ fill your life!
Enrique Meneses Muñoz : I cry out to you on this day, my LORD, so that this powerful word may be fulfilled in my person, GOD. I need you now and ALWAYS.
Enrique Meneses Muñoz, your words reflect a deep connection with the prayer for salvation that Charles Spurgeon shares with us. It is beautiful to see how your cry is united with the longing to be saved from our sins, just as the devotional expressed. Let us remember that in Matthew 1:21 it is revealed to us that Jesus came to save His people from their sins. May your cry be heard by the Lord, who is faithful to fulfill His promise of redemption and salvation. May His peace and strength be with you today and always. God bless you abundantly!
Nancy: Look Lord, your servant is getting weaker every day, help me from falling
Nancy, your humble and sincere cry to the Lord is touching. In moments of weakness, it is comforting to remember that in God we find strength and help to keep from falling. As Charles Spurgeon's devotional mentions, only the Lord can save us from our sins and give us the strength to resist temptation. In Matthew 1:21 it is revealed to us that Jesus is our Savior, the one in whom we can find the power to overcome our weaknesses. In the midst of your daily struggles, may you experience the grace and support of God. May His love and mercy surround you at all times!
Sabino Marroquín López: My faith, my trust and my hope is in the Lord Jesus Christ, in everything I do every day, to help helpless children. Amen.
Sabino Marroquín López, it is inspiring to see how your faith, trust, and hope are firmly placed in our Lord Jesus Christ. Your commitment to helping homeless children is a reflection of Christ’s love in action. In your daily work, may the promise of salvation in Matthew 1:21 motivate you to continue serving with love and compassion, trusting that He will strengthen you in every task. May your example of faith and service be a light for those around you. May God bless you abundantly in your work and fill you with His grace to continue forward! Amen!
Francisco Diaz S.: LORD! SAVE US, WE ARE SINKING.- It is the cry for help from the apostles to Jesus who was accompanying them in the boat.- Men of little faith, do you not know that whoever walks with Jesus is protected? Let us allow Jesus to accompany us in this sea of our existence and we will be saved.- May Jesus be my sweet company
Francisco Díaz S., your comment reminds us of the powerful story of the apostles crying out to Jesus in the midst of the storm, and His rebuke for their lack of faith. Like them, in times of difficulty it is essential to remember that those who walk with Jesus are protected. In the midst of the storms of life, let us allow Jesus to be our sweet company, as you mention. Just as in Charles Spurgeon's devotional we are reminded that only the Lord can save us from all sin, let us trust that He will also sustain us in the midst of the storms we face. May the presence of Jesus be your strength and guide in every step you take. May His peace and protection always surround you!
Betty Casanova: Knowing how to wait patiently on the Father is to tell Him that I trust in You, because You are with me at all times. Thank you Jesus for rescuing me from the cistern of the darkness of sin where I resided, allowing my eyes to be opened to the light of the true word, and this allowed me to live the freedom of a full life in holiness with the Holy Spirit, thank you for listening to my cry to cleanse and whiten my sins and not remember them, thank you because you have justified me on the Cross and given me the wonderful forgiveness and Salvation, and teaching me your word to sow it in my descendants so that they learn to live a free life planted in the Rock that is Christ Jesus.
Betty Casanova, your words reflect a deep gratitude for the redemptive work of Jesus in your life. Your testimony of how the Lord rescued you from the darkness of sin and led you to the light of His Word is moving. By trusting in God and waiting on Him patiently, you have experienced His transforming power that has led you to a full life of holiness and freedom in the Holy Spirit. As you mention, on the Cross Jesus justifies and forgives us, opening the way for us to salvation and a new life in Him. May your testimony inspire others to trust in the faithfulness and love of the Lord, sowing the Word in future generations so that they too may know freedom and life in Christ. May you continue to grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Savior every day. May the peace and love of Jesus continue to guide your walk and that of your descendants! God bless you abundantly!
Ruth Vives : God forgives the Christian who has a real and sincere repentance. In addition, he does not want to commit and repeat his faults. It is important to be strong and remain firm thanking God for the forgiveness of our sins. Giving thanks to the infinite goodness of God. God bless you. Amen.
Ruth Vives, your words reflect a profound and comforting truth: God forgives the Christian who sincerely repents and seeks not to repeat his faults. Remaining firm in faith, thanking God for His forgiveness and infinite goodness, is key in our spiritual journey. As Charles Spurgeon's devotional mentions, it is vital that we recognize our dependence on God to overcome sin and keep us in holiness. May your testimony of genuine repentance and constant gratitude inspire others to seek God's grace and forgiveness. May His blessing and love continue to guide your steps, strengthening you in every challenge. May your firmness in faith be a living testimony of the transforming power of the Gospel. May the peace of God envelop you and fill you with joy! Amen!