Have you ever felt alone or rejected, even by those closest to you?
In Psalm 69:8-10, 21-22, 31 and 33-34, we find a soul laid bare, wrestling with anguish and longing for divine intervention. The psalmist cries out to God in despair, feeling like an outcast for his devotion. Insulted and mocked, he finds solace only in his love for God’s house. The psalmist clings to hope, trusting that God’s love will prevail.
Despite suffering and rejection, the psalmist holds onto his faith. He trusts that God hears the cries of the afflicted and finds true joy in God’s presence. In our darkest moments, we too cry out to God. We pour out our hearts, seeking solace and redemption. Like the psalmist, we wrestle with pain and doubt, yet we hold onto the thread of faith. This psalm reminds us that vulnerability is not weakness – it’s an invitation for God to meet us in our brokenness.
Remember that God hears the prayers of the lowly and does not abandon His people.
Ask Yourself
How can I trust God’s love even when circumstances seem dire?
Let Us Pray
Loving God, hear our cries and respond with Your unfailing love. Amen.
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Today’s verse is the Responsorial Psalm for Wednesday of Holy Week. It is part of our blog series called “Lenten Psalms“.