Psalm 141: In Times of Difficulties

Introduction

This is a psalm of David. It was used in A.D. 349–407 as part of the evening liturgy in the Greek Church, owing to the reference in Psalm 141:2 to the evening sacrifice.

David’s Prayer Set — Psalm 141:1–10

1. Prayer is set as incense of the evening sacrifice (Psalm 141:1–2).

David offered his prayer as an urgent cry to the Lord for help. He called out as a child to a parent, appealing for God to move quickly on his behalf. His posture of lifting up his hands mirrored the evening sacrifice — a gift offered to God. Scripture often portrays prayer as incense rising before the Lord (Rev. 5:8; Heb.13:15).