Psalm 38:21
“Forsake me not, O Lord: O my God, be not far from me.”
KJV
Read in Psalm 38Meaning
Do not forsake me, O LORD; do not remain far away: the prayer voices perceived distance while still addressing God.
Do not forsake me; hurry to help
Verses 21–22 close with an urgent plea for God’s nearness and help.
Read carefully
Do not forsake me, O LORD; do not remain far away: the prayer voices perceived distance while still addressing God.
Reflection
Do not forsake me, O LORD; do not remain far away: the prayer voices perceived distance while still addressing God.