Day 7 When You Feel Misunderstood and Need God to Defend You

Psalm 7 acknowledges something many believers experience: the pain of being misunderstood, accused, or misjudged.

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Wednesday, January 7, 2026

When You Feel Misunderstood and Need God to Defend You

by Torrie Slaughter

Psalm 7 is a prayer for protection and justice. David brings his integrity before God—not to boast, but to ask for divine intervention. This psalm acknowledges something many believers experience: the pain of being misunderstood, accused, or misjudged.

The word “refuge” (Hebrew: chasah) means to take shelter by trusting. It is an active choice to run toward God instead of defending oneself. David doesn’t plead his case before people—he entrusts it to the Lord.

We often try to heal relational wounds by explaining ourselves endlessly. Psalm 7 teaches us that true healing comes when we let God be both our defender and our shelter.

Prayer:
Jehovah Rophe, I take refuge in You today. Heal the wounds caused by misunderstanding and misplaced accusations. Where my heart has been bruised by unfair judgment, restore my peace. I release my need to defend myself and trust You to guard my integrity. Amen.