Joe: Alright, so what do we got here? Psalms 143?

Bible Expert: Yeah, so this is a prayer of David's, and it's focused on his need for God's guidance and protection. He calls out to God, asking for him to hear his plea and to remember his devotion and faithfulness.

Joe: Ok, so he's just asking for some guidance, right?

Bible Expert: Exactly. He's asking for guidance and protection, and also for relief from his distress. He's in a very difficult situation and he's relying on God to help him out.

Joe: Wow, that's intense. So what does he do after that?

Bible Expert: Well, it's a song of praise and thanksgiving, so he praises God for all his goodness and mercy. He also expresses his confidence that God will hear his prayer and deliver him from his troubles.

Joe: That's really cool. So he really believes in God, huh?

Bible Expert: Absolutely. He expresses his faith in God throughout the psalm and expresses his trust that God will answer his prayer and provide him with guidance and protection.