Psa 6:2-3 | MHM | STEP | v. 2 : David says, Have mercy upon me, O Lord ; for I am weak: O Lord , heal me; for my bones are vexed . He feels weak in both body and spirit. He is in pain and admits his need for God’s help. Even though he is a king and a strong warrior, he suffers like anyone else. His sickness reminds him of his sins and makes him realize how much he needs God’s mercy.

‏ Psalms 6:2-3

v. 2: David says, Have mercy upon me, O Lord; for I am weak: O Lord, heal me; for my bones are vexed . He feels weak in both body and spirit. He is in pain and admits his need for God’s help. Even though he is a king and a strong warrior, he suffers like anyone else. His sickness reminds him of his sins and makes him realize how much he needs God’s mercy.

v. 3: David says, My soul is also sore vexed: but thou, O Lord, how long? . The trouble in his soul is even worse than his physical pain. He feels that God is distant, and he wonders how long this suffering will last. David turns to God as the only true healer of both body and soul. He does not look for help from other sources, but waits on God alone.