v.1-5. THE NATURE OF HIS LONGING: He can't hide his thirst for God. The enemies taunt him about God's indifference. He remembers the days when the people of God gathered in the house of God. The formula of trust lifts his depression. v.6-11. THE DEPTH OF HIS DESPAIR: He is sad, prays, and recalls God's loving kindness. He gains strength by repeating his formula and praying for inner peace.
Psalm 42