Psalm 38-39

Scripture – Psalm 38-39

Observation – 

• Psalm 38 – A prayer in time of discipline
• Psalm 38:1-2 – A plea for mercy under God's discipline
• Psalm 38:3-8 – Suffering from sin and physical affliction
• Psalm 38:9-10 – The Lord knows every sigh and longing
• Psalm 38:11-14 – Abandoned and surrounded by enemies
• Psalm 38:15-16 – Hope and patience in the Lord
• Psalm 38:17-20 – Confession of sin and unjust attacks
• Psalm 38:21-22 – Final cry for help and salvation
• Psalm 39 – The shortness of life
• Psalm 39:1-3 – A struggle to be silent before the wicked
• Psalm 39:4-6 – A reflection on the shortness of life
• Psalm 39:7-8 – Hope is in the Lord alone
• Psalm 39:9-11 – Submission to God’s discipline
• Psalm 39:12-13 – A plea for mercy before life ends.

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