Obadiah is a short prophecy against the land of Edom. Edom is where Esau settled when he and Jacob parted ways. The people of Edom did not help God’s people when enemies attacked it. In fact, they gloated over Israel and Judah’s destruction. God promises to punish them for their deeds.

When we see others suffering we should not stand by and watch nor should we be happy when even our enemies suffer. God will hold us to account.

Psalms 142 and 143 are both prayers of supplication in times of trouble. They remember how God has helped in the past and ask for His aid in the current situation.