Psalms 27:7
Hear, O LORD, my voice when I call;
What it says
David asks the LORD to hear his voice, be gracious, and answer him.
What it is doing
This verse begins the psalm's urgent direct plea.
In context
1Of David. 2When the wicked came upon me to devour my flesh, 3Though an army encamps around me, 4One thing I have asked of the LORD; 5For in the day of trouble 6Then my head will be held high 7Hear, O LORD, my voice when I call; 8My heart said, “Seek His face.” 9Hide not Your face from me, 10Though my father and mother forsake me, 11Teach me Your way, O LORD, 12Do not hand me over to the will of my foes, 13Still I am certain to see 14Wait patiently for the LORD;