What does Psalm 86:14 mean?

Psalm 86:14 highlights themes such as oppression, prayer, deliverance when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 86:14 today?

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

O God, the proud are risen against me, and the assemblies of violent men have sought after my soul; and have not set thee before them.

12I will praise thee, O Lord my God, with all my heart: and I will glorify thy name for evermore.

13For great is thy mercy toward me: and thou hast delivered my soul from the lowest hell.

14O God, the proud are risen against me, and the assemblies of violent men have sought after my soul; and have not set thee before them.

15But thou, O Lord, art a God full of compassion, and gracious, longsuffering, and plenteous in mercy and truth.

16O turn unto me, and have mercy upon me; give thy strength unto thy servant, and save the son of thine handmaid.

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Psalm 35:1
Both verses express a plea for God's intervention against adversaries.
Psalm 54:3
This verse also speaks of the proud rising against the psalmist, highlighting a common theme of seeking God's help.
2 Timothy 3:12
This New Testament verse reflects the idea that those who live godly lives will face persecution.