Writing a psalm with messianic implications (69:9, 21; cf. Matt. 27:34, 48; John 2:12–17; 19:28–29), David unleashes his emotions. David faces overwhelming and unjustified attacks, yet God, who knows David’s problems, does not respond (69:1–5, 19). David suffers because of his stand for God and fears that others may falter in their faith because of him (69:6–12). He desi…
Baker Publishing Group, The Baker Illustrated Bible Commentary, by Gary M. Burge