Look at my misery, and rescue me, because I have never forgotten your teachings. Plead my case for me, and save me. Give me a new life as you promised. Your acts of compassion are many in number, O Lord. Give me a new life guided by your regulations. O Lord, in keeping with your mercy, give me a new life. There is nothing but truth in your word, and all of your righteous regulations endure forever. (Psalm 119:153, 154, 156, 159, 160 GWT) God is by nature both merciful and just. When we call out to Him we need both His mercy and justice. And so, we call out for Him to rescue us and to plead our case. He knows our deepest need, and He alone can meet it. ©Word-Strong_2013