Whether you're in trouble and want God's help or you want to offer up praise for the good things He's done, all your needs can be found in the Book of Psalms. Read these great prayers and make them part of your time with God.

Psalm 30:1-5.

David wrote this psalm for his palace's dedication, but there's no reference to the structure, only praise for everything God has done. David invites the congregation to him in praise, inviting readers as well. Use this psalm to thank God for His faithfulness and patience. We may suffer pain as a consequence of our sin, as David did, but it will be short compared to the joy that's coming.

I will exalt You, Lord, for You lifted me out of the depths and did not let my enemies gloat over me. Lord my God, I called to You for help, and You healed me. You, Lord, brought me up from the realm of the dead; You spared me from going down to the pit. Sing the praises of the Lord, you, His faithful people; Praise His holy name. For His anger lasts only a moment, but His favor lasts a lifetime. Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.

Psalm 37:1-5.

Sometimes, evil surrounds us. We might not understand why we struggle while evil people prosper, but praying this psalm reminds us that God is faithful, so we should trust Him to bring justice. In the meantime, we should continue to do good and delight in the truth of His love.

Do not fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong; For like the grass they will soon wither; Like green plants, they will soon die away. Trust in the Lord and do good; Dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Take delight in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the Lord; Trust in Him, and He will do this.

Psalm 40:1-4.

This psalm reminds us of God's devotion to be our Help and Deliverer. When we're in trouble and see no way to the future, praying this psalm encourages us to trust in God and be assured that He hears our requests and prayers.

I waited patiently for the Lord; He turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; He set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Many will see and fear the Lord and put their trust in Him. Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord, who does not look to the proud, to those who turn aside to false gods.

Psalm 46: 7-11.

The first words of this psalm assert God's protection. He's a fortress and refuge. No matter what happens, He is in control. Praying this psalm for the moments when we fear gives us hope to endure because we know, in the end, God will be exalted. All we have to do is be still and expect Him to move.

The Lord Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. Come and see what the Lord has done and the desolations He has brought on the earth. He makes wars cease to the ends of the earth. He breaks the bow and shatters the spear; He burns the shields with fire. He says, "Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations; I will be exalted in the earth." The Lord Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress.

Psalm 55: 18-23.

You can pray this psalm when everything feels overwhelming. When things feel heavy, and your burdens are many, this psalm emphasizes God's protection and strength. Giving God our concerns and trusting in His protection shields us from being tossed back and forth between anxiety and fear. We can stand firm no matter what happens and not be moved.

He rescues me unharmed from the battle waged against me, even though many oppose me. God, who is enthroned from old and who does not change, will hear them and humble them because they have no fear of God. My companion attacks his friends; he violates his covenant. His talk is smooth as butter, yet war is in his heart; his words are more soothing than oil, yet they are drawn swords. Cast your cares on the Lord, and He will sustain you; He will never let the righteous be shaken. But you, God, will bring down the wicked into the pit of decay; the bloodthirsty and deceitful will not live out half their days. But as for me, I trust in You.

Psalm 103:1-2.

David wrote this psalm, although his circumstances are unclear. He always had reason to praise, but David isn't saying here that he could bless God but that it blesses and honors God when we praise Him with everything we have. Like David, we have so many reasons to praise God. Try praying this psalm as worship for everything God does in our lives.

Praise the Lord, my soul; all my inmost being, praise His holy name. Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all His benefits.

Psalm 106: 1-5.

This psalm discusses God's loyal covenant love or mercy. The verses that come after retell the details of God's defiant people and how He had mercy on them. They wandered and typically forgot whose they were. They worshipped idols and turned against His will. Nevertheless, God heard their cry and He hears ours. Praying this psalm reminds us of God's unfailing mercy and love even though we stray from His protection and will.

Praise the Lord. Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever. Who can proclaim the mighty acts of the Lord or fully declare His praise? Blessed are those who act justly, who always do what is right. Remember me, Lord, when You show favor to Your people, come to my aid when You save them, that I may enjoy the prosperity of Your chosen ones, that I may share in the joy of Your nation and join Your inheritance in giving praise.

Psalm 116: 1-2.

We know God answers prayers, and this psalmist here shows gratitude and thanks for all he's received through answered prayer. According to the psalm, while he was near death, he cried out, and God heard, and he was saved. Lifting this psalm in prayer gives thanks to God for answered prayer and reminds us that He is faithful.

I love the Lord, for he heard my voice; He heard my cry for mercy. Because He turned his ear to me, I will call on Him as long as I live.

Psalm 119: 1-10.

This psalm is the lengthiest chapter in the Bible and emphasizes almost entirely God's word, referred to as a "lamp unto my feet." The Bible is central to every Christian's life, and praying this psalm gives us a chance to give thanks for God's word.

Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord. Blessed are they that keep His testimonies and that seek Him with the whole heart. They also do no iniquity: they walk in His ways. Thou hast commanded us to keep thy precepts diligently. O that my ways were directed to keep thy statutes! Then shall I not be ashamed, when I have respect unto all thy commandments. I will praise thee with uprightness of heart when I shall have learned thy righteous judgments. I will keep Thy statutes: O forsake me not utterly. Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed thereto according to thy word. With my whole heart have I sought thee: O let me not wander from Thy commandments.

Psalm 139: 13-14.

This psalm, written by David, reminds us that God is everywhere and He created us exactly to be who we are. Think about the miracle of the human body or the glory of creation. Every part of our bodies works together perfectly by design. The only response to knowing God made us is adoration and worship.

For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful; I know that full well.

These are only a few psalms that you can incorporate into your daily prayer, but there are 150 psalms, with over 2,500 verses written by David, Solomon, Moses, and many other unnamed saints. It may be best for you to explore the Psalms and find the words for your prayers in the words of God's people.