What does Psalm 86:17 mean?

Psalm 86:17 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 86:17 today?

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

Shew me a token for good; that they which hate me may see it, and be ashamed: because thou, LORD, hast holpen me, and comforted me.

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.

17Shew me a token for good; that they which hate me may see it, and be ashamed: because thou, LORD, hast holpen me, and comforted me.

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