Have mercy on us, Lord, have mercy on us,
for we have endured no end of contempt.
The Psalmist has endured contempt from the arrogant and the proud. He looks to the Lord on His throne, as a slave would look up to a master. He wants mercy.
We were looked upon with contempt during and after the caving trip. It was humbling. There was some mercy, but the majority treated us with contempt, due to our lack of strength. The"mean girls" stood right behind us in the dinner line and wouldn't even make eye contact. They were so afraid to show us mercy. They didn't want to be identified with us.
Prayer: I pray for those who are treated with contempt, regardless of the reasons. Your people are all precious to You. Help me to see when I can extend mercy to those who have suffered from the unfeeling attitudes of those around them.
Amen
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