Psalms 60

A national lament and plea for restoration after a devastating military defeat. The nation cries out, acknowledging that God has rejected them, broken them down, and caused them to drink the wine of confusion. The people ask God to heal their breaches and wounds. The psalm concludes with a triumphant turn, acknowledging that God has promised to give them victory and possess the surrounding nations. The people declare, "Through God we will do valiantly, for it is he who shall tread down our enemies."