A Reading with Feeling of Psalm 13 from the NIV version of the Bible

The thirteenth poem in the Psalms.

- Author: David
- Musical Direction: To the choirmaster.
- Summary: Feeling forgotten by his God, David cries out for answer before reminding himself of YHWH’s continual love and provision.

The reader's observations:
- The “How long?” cry of Psalm 6 is echoed here.
- Based on repetition through these psalms it appears that much of David’s grief comes from his “enemies”. This is not an experience I can personally empathise with and I want to bear that in mind.
- V1 – In contrast to the above, David’s expression of feeling forgotten by God is something I think most believer’s can empathise with. This is a very human poem.
- V2 – David’s description of mental anguish and a sorrowful heart suggest a form of depression.
- This psalm is an encouraging example of the freedom we have to express bitter disappointment with God, while also urging us to move through that and remind ourselves, if only in unfelt words, that our God has been faithful before and we can trust him for what is to come.

The NIV has been chosen as a more accessible version, although I would recommend reading in multiple versions, and in the original language, if possible.

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