Should We Pray for God to Destroy Our Enemies?

Should I pray for God to destroy my enemies, using imprecatory psalms? In this conversation, Wes McAdams discusses the significance of the Psalms as a means of expressing emotions and finding hope in despair. He emphasizes that the Psalms provide a structured way to articulate feelings, including disappointment with God, while ultimately leading to the realization of God's unwavering presence and support.

This episode of the P.S. Podcast is a conversation about the sermon, "My Mouth is Filled with Your Praise" from Psalm 71. It was originally preached by Wes McAdams at the church of Christ on McDermott Road on Sunday, November 9, 2025 and can be found here: https://www.ccmcdermott.org/sermons/m...

Takeaways
Our enemies are actually opponents, who are prisoners of our true enemy.
The Psalms serve as a guide for emotional expression.
They help articulate feelings of disappointment towards God.
Even in despair, the Psalms lead to hope.
Jesus' cry of abandonment reflects a common human experience.
God's presence is constant, even when we feel forsaken.
The Psalms allow for a structured expression of feelings.
They provide comfort in times of distress.
Emotional honesty is encouraged in prayer.
The journey through the Psalms can lead to healing.
Ultimately, God rescues His people.