What does Psalm 56:1 mean?

Psalm 56:1 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 56:1 today?

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

Be merciful unto me, O God: for man would swallow me up; he fighting daily oppresseth me.

1Be merciful unto me, O God: for man would swallow me up; he fighting daily oppresseth me.

2Mine enemies would daily swallow me up: for they be many that fight against me, O thou most High.

3What time I am afraid, I will trust in thee.

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