Psalms 6:9
The LORD has heard my cry for mercy;
What it says
The LORD has heard his plea for mercy and receives his prayer.
What it is doing
This verse gives the basis for the psalmist's new confidence.
In context
1For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments, according to Sheminith. A Psalm of David. 2Be merciful to me, O LORD, for I am frail; 3My soul is deeply distressed. 4Turn, O LORD, and deliver my soul; 5For there is no mention of You in death; 6I am weary from groaning; 7My eyes fail from grief; 8Depart from me, all you workers of iniquity, 9The LORD has heard my cry for mercy; 10All my enemies will be ashamed and dismayed;