The prayer “O God, come to my assistance; O Lord, make haste to help me” has been a powerful and ancient cry for help, rooted in the Psalms (Psalm 70:1). This short but deeply meaningful prayer is a call for God’s immediate aid, a plea that invites His presence and intervention in times of need, distress, or urgency.
Here’s a reflection and prayer based on this heartfelt plea, asking God to come to your assistance in all situations, bringing His comfort, guidance, and strength.
A Prayer: O God, Come to My Assistance
“O God, come to my assistance; O Lord, make haste to help me.”
Heavenly Father, I come before You today, feeling overwhelmed and in need of Your help. I ask for Your immediate presence to guide me, to strengthen me, and to protect me from the challenges I am facing.
You know the burdens that weigh heavy on my heart, the fears that cloud my mind, and the struggles that I am encountering. I need Your intervention, Lord. Make haste to help me, for I cannot face these difficulties on my own.
Be my refuge in times of trouble, my strength when I feel weak, and my peace in the midst of turmoil. I trust in Your unfailing love and mercy, and I know that You hear the cries of Your children. As I lift this prayer to You, I ask that You come quickly to my aid, bringing the wisdom, clarity, and courage I need to move forward.
Thank You, Lord, for Your constant care and for always being near to those who call upon You. I trust in Your divine help and know that You will never abandon me. Amen.
A Reflection on “O God, Come to My Assistance”
This prayer is a reminder that no matter how helpless or overwhelmed we may feel, we can always turn to God and ask for His immediate assistance. Whether you are facing a personal crisis, a spiritual struggle, or simply feel weighed down by life’s demands, this prayer expresses trust in God’s power to intervene.
Psalm 70:1 serves as a foundation for this prayer, inviting us to humbly cry out to God in times of need, confident that He is always near and ready to help us.