Category Archives: written on the Appalachian Trail

Psalms 6:7 My vision dims from grief; it grows old because of all my enemies. Confused and lacking confidence and clarity, the psalmist continues to pour out his heart to the Lord. He no longer sees as well as he … Continue reading →

Psalms 6:6 I am worn out from my groaning; with my tears, I soak my bed and drown my couch every night. The psalmist knows long periods of waiting and suffering. It does not stop him from praying, because he … Continue reading →

Psalms 6:5 Because there is no celebration of you at death; who can praise you in Sheol? Lots of people believe that death sets a person free and sends her to God’s presence. If that were the case, then it … Continue reading →

Psalms 6:4 Come back Yahveh! Rescue my soul; save me because of your covenant faithfulness. The psalmist feels like God has gone away to a distant place, and is not accessible like he was before. Believers everywhere have felt that. … Continue reading →

Psalms 6:3 my soul is very disturbed. And you, Yahveh — when… until when? The psalmist has experienced many days of helpless waiting for God to act on his behalf. His whole being— the living soul God created—- needs rescue. … Continue reading →

Psalms 6:2 Demonstrate your grace to me, Yahveh, because I am depressed; heal me, Yahveh, because my bones keep shaking; The psalmist doesn’t pretend to be a perfect example of spirituality. He is depressed and afraid, and boldly tells God … Continue reading →

Psalms 6:1 Yahveh, do not respond to me with your anger; do not discipline me with your wrath. The psalmist knows the anger and wrath of his enemies. But he fears the anger and wrath of his God. He knows … Continue reading →

Psalms 5:12 Because you, LORD, make the righteous one fortunate; you cover him with favor like a shield. The psalmist ends his prayer on the same basis as he began it: God’s character. He knows God is there, and he … Continue reading →