1.  Surrender for salvation – “LORD” v. 1 – Jehovah is the self existing holy one who hates sin but loves sinners and initiates saving grace to all.  To have hope I must receive his forgiveness and eternal life through faith in Christ.

2.  Submission for service – “Lord” v. 2 – Adonai is the overseer worthy of absolute obedience who makes every provision for obedience and always rewards obedience.  To have hope I must yield myself as a living sacrifice to accomplish His will.

3.  Sharing in soulwinniing – “Let Israel hope” v. 7 – The writer urges others to look to God for hope.  Witnessing affirms my hope while at the same time sharing it with others.