Psalm 25: A community lament

17/06/2025 9 min Temporada 2 Episodio 25
Psalm 25: A community lament

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Psalm 25 is a community lament in which individual members of the worshipping congregation ask God for help in various troubles. 1-3 – The Psalm begins with an expression of trust and confidence that the LORD hears their prayers and answers them 4-5 – The first person prays for the LORD’s guidance. 6-7 – The second person asks for forgiveness of sins, mercy, and love. 8-11 – The third person praises and thanks God for his goodness and mercy. 12-15 – The fourth person states that the one who fears God can be confident in the LORD’s friendship. 16-21 – The fifth person again requests forgiveness of sins and protection from affliction, troubles, and enemies. 22 – Finally, the prayer for the entire congregation concludes with a plea for rescue and protection.