Pressure surrounds us from every side—at work, at home, in our hearts, and even from those we love most. Psalm 70 captures David’s urgent cry for deliverance when life feels unbearable. Unlike the world, he does not seek human strength or comfort. He turns solely to God, the One who can “hasten to deliver” and rescue His servant from the grip of distress.

David’s prayer echoes the hearts of all who have whispered, “Lord, help me now.” Though brief, this psalm pierces deeply, reminding us that God never abandons those who place their trust in Him. When enemies surround us, when accusations fly, or when pressure mounts beyond our endurance, He remains our help and deliverer, faithful in every circumstance.

Psalm 70 also teaches us how to pray under pressure: not with panic, but with faith. It is a plea from the weary soul, a call to magnify God even in hardship. David’s words become our own as we confess, “I am poor and needy; make haste to me, O God,” acknowledging our dependence on His power and mercy.

Through this passage, we see that pressure has purpose—it draws us closer to the heart of God. In our weakness, His strength is revealed. In our distress, His mercy shines. And when we cry out, He not only hears us, but He rescues us. How might we learn to lean on God more fully when the weight of life presses hardest?