Psalms 39: Life as a Fleeting Breath

David tries to keep silent before the wicked, but his inner distress breaks out in prayer about how short human life is. He places his hope in the Lord, accepts God's correction for his sin, and asks for relief as a temporary resident living before God.

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In 39:12, how does David describe himself as he asks God to hear his cry?

As a mighty king who has earned God's favor by his deedsAs a shepherd guarding his father's flock in the desertAs a temporary guest living with God, like his ancestorsAs a priest who serves daily in God's temple, like his fathers