Psalms 86:7

"Hear, LORD, my prayer. Listen to the voice of my petitions."

Key Reflection

This verse invites the Lord to pay attention to the speaker's prayers and requests, emphasizing the importance of a responsive and attentive relationship with God where divine hearing is central to effective supplication. It underscores the faith that even in times of trouble, one can trust in God’s willingness and ability to hear and answer prayer.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

In the day of my trouble I will call upon thee -That is, I do it now; I have done it; I will do it. The language implies a habit, or a steady purpose of mind, that in all times of trouble he would make God his refuge. It was this fixed purpose - this regular habit - which was now the ground of his confidence. A man who always makes God his refuge, who has no other ground of reliance, may feel assured that God will interpose and save him. For thou wilt answer me -This also implies a fixed and steady assurance of mind, applicable not only to this case, but to all similar cases. He had firm confidence in God at all times; an unwavering belief that God is a hearer of prayer.

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