Psalms 6
1Lord, do not rebuke me in your angeror discipline me in your wrath. 2Have mercy on me, Lord, for I am faint;heal me, Lord, for my bones are in agony. 3My soul is in deep anguish.How long, Lord, how long? 4Turn, Lord, and deliver me;save me because of your unfailing love. 5Among the dead no one proclaims your name.Who praises you from the grave? 6I am worn out from my groaning.All night long I flood my bed with weepingand drench my couch with tears. 7My eyes grow weak with sorrow;they fail because of all my foes. 8Away from me, all you who do evil,for the Lord has heard my weeping. 9The Lord has heard my cry for mercy;the Lord accepts my prayer. 10All my enemies will be overwhelmed with shame and anguish;they will turn back and suddenly be put to shame.
Study Context for Psalms 6
As you study Psalms 6, keep in mind the overarching themes of this old testament book: Worship, Lament, Praise. Observe how the specific events or teachings in this chapter contribute to the book's broader message.
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Observation: What does Psalms 6 reveal about the character and nature of God? What does it reveal about humanity?
Application: How does the truth presented in this chapter change how you should live, think, or pray today?
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