Historical Context of the Psalm:  Time of Great Disappointment.

Four Vivid Word Pictures:

• The Lost, vv. 4-9

• The Imprisoned,  vv. 10-16

• The Sick, vv. 17-22

• The Sea-tossed, vv. 23-32

Turning Point:  They Cried Out to the Lord!  vv. 6; 13; 19; 28

Testimony: Dependence on the Lord, leads to deliverance by the Lord. 

Wisdom of the Psalm:  God’s love is unfailing.  vv. 1; 8; 15; 21; 31; 43.

Take Home Idea:  God’s love is like an anchor that holds us despite what disappointments we might experience in life.