v.1-6. The Basic Complaint: “I sink in deep mire… they hate me without a cause.” v.7-12. The Underlying Cause: “For Thy sake.” The psalmist had been loyal and faithful to God. His zeal had made him the laughingstock of society, even drunkards. v.13-18. The Urgent Appeal: “My prayer” for deliverance and vindication v.19-28. The Bitter Imprecation: “Pour out Thy indignation.” v.29-36. The Assured Deliverance: “Let Thy salvation, O God, set me up on high.” Thanksgiving
Psalm 69