What does Psalm 55:1 mean?

Psalm 55:1 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 55:1 today?

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

Give ear to my prayer, O God; and hide not thyself from my supplication.

1Give ear to my prayer, O God; and hide not thyself from my supplication.

2Attend unto me, and hear me: I mourn in my complaint, and make a noise;

3Because of the voice of the enemy, because of the oppression of the wicked: for they cast iniquity upon me, and in wrath they hate me.

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