What does Psalm 109:21 mean?

Psalm 109:21 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 109:21 today?

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

But do thou for me, O GOD the Lord, for thy name's sake: because thy mercy is good, deliver thou me.

19Let it be unto him as the garment which covereth him, and for a girdle wherewith he is girded continually.

20Let this be the reward of mine adversaries from the LORD, and of them that speak evil against my soul.

21But do thou for me, O GOD the Lord, for thy name's sake: because thy mercy is good, deliver thou me.

22For I am poor and needy, and my heart is wounded within me.

23I am gone like the shadow when it declineth: I am tossed up and down as the locust.

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