Emotions in Psalm 38 (King James Bible)

Despair and Sorrow

The psalmist describes intense feelings of despair and sorrow due to God's wrath and his own sinful actions, using vivid imagery of physical ailments and wounds.

Loneliness and Abandonment

Expressions of loneliness and abandonment pervade as the psalmist feels forsaken by friends and companions, particularly in times of need, and describes betrayal by those he trusted.

Guilt and Regret

There is a profound sense of guilt and regret over sin, with the psalmist acknowledging his transgressions and their consequences on his life and well-being.

Anxiety and Fear

Amidst his pain, the psalmist also experiences anxiety and fear, troubled by the threat of enemies who seek to harm him and exploit his weakened state.

Helplessness and Vulnerability

The physical descriptions of sickness and debilitation highlight the psalmist's helplessness and vulnerability, painting a picture of a man in constant mourning and near collapse.

Yearning for Deliverance

Despite the depth of his despair, the psalmist expresses a desperate yearning for God's deliverance, pleading for God not to forsake him and to help him quickly.

Faith and Dependence on God

Through it all, there remains an undercurrent of faith and dependence on God. The psalmist reaffirms his trust in God, waiting patiently for the Lord's response.