Psalm 130:1-2
“Out of the depths have I cried to you, Yahweh. Lord, hear my voice. Let your ears be attentive to the voice of my petitions.”
This psalm, known as one of the 'Psalms of Ascent' (sung by pilgrims going up to Jerusalem), is a deep cry from someone in distress, likely feeling overwhelmed by sin or difficult circumstances. It's a prayer for God's mercy and attentiveness.
What does 'crying out from the depths' mean for your own honest communication with the divine?