Psalm 25: Learning To Pray

Psalm 25: A Prayer of Trust and Transformation

In this psalm, we are invited to listen in on someone kneeling before God, hearing their intimate prayers.If you want to learn a trade, it's best to watch a master at work—and here, David teaches us how to pray.

1. Trust Comes First (Verses 1-3)

David begins by reminding himself that his trust and hope are firmly rooted in God alone:

"In you, Lord my God, I put my trust." (Psalm 25:1)

Before making requests, David anchors his heart in trust—something we should also practice.

2. A Willingness to Learn (Verses 4-5)

David asks God to teach and guide him, showing a humble desire to be led by divine wisdom:

"Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths." (Psalm 25:4)

We must approach God not only as worshippers but also as students, willing to be shaped by Him.

3. David makes a striking request—telling God what to remember and what to forget:(Verses 6-7)

• Verse 6: "Remember, Lord, your great mercy and love, for they are from of old."

• Verse 7: "Do not remember the sins of my youth and my rebellious ways; according to your love remember me, for you, Lord, are good."

What we pray for shapes what we believe, and what we believe determines how we see ourselves.

• If we ask God to remember His mercy, we will walk in His mercy.

• If we ask God to forget our sins, we will leave them behind.