What does Psalm 107:17 mean?

Psalm 107:17 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 107:17 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Fools because of their transgression, and because of their iniquities, are afflicted.

15Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!

16For he hath broken the gates of brass, and cut the bars of iron in sunder.

17Fools because of their transgression, and because of their iniquities, are afflicted.

18Their soul abhorreth all manner of meat; and they draw near unto the gates of death.

19Then they cry unto the LORD in their trouble, and he saveth them out of their distresses.

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