What does Psalm 80:4 mean?

Psalm 80:4 highlights themes such as prayer, anger, divine-response when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 80:4 today?

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

O LORD God of hosts, how long wilt thou be angry against the prayer of thy people?

2Before Ephraim and Benjamin and Manasseh stir up thy strength, and come and save us.

3Turn us again, O God, and cause thy face to shine; and we shall be saved.

4O LORD God of hosts, how long wilt thou be angry against the prayer of thy people?

5Thou feedest them with the bread of tears; and givest them tears to drink in great measure.

6Thou makest us a strife unto our neighbours: and our enemies laugh among themselves.

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James 5:16
Both verses emphasize the importance of prayer and seeking God's response.
Psalm 13:1
Both express a cry for help during times of distress.
Isaiah 59:2
This verse explains that sin can hinder communication with God.