What does Psalm 38:3 mean?

Psalm 38:3 highlights themes such as sin, suffering, repentance when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 38:3 today?

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

There is no soundness in my flesh because of thine anger; neither is there any rest in my bones because of my sin.

1O LORD, rebuke me not in thy wrath: neither chasten me in thy hot displeasure.

2For thine arrows stick fast in me, and thy hand presseth me sore.

3There is no soundness in my flesh because of thine anger; neither is there any rest in my bones because of my sin.

4For mine iniquities are gone over mine head: as an heavy burden they are too heavy for me.

5My wounds stink and are corrupt because of my foolishness.

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Psalm 32:3
Both verses express the physical and emotional toll of unconfessed sin.
Isaiah 53:5
This verse speaks of the suffering caused by sin, which is addressed in the context of Jesus' atonement.
1 John 1:9
This verse encourages confession of sin, relating to the themes of repentance in Psalm 38:3.