But at my stumbling they rejoiced and gathered; they gathered together against me; wretches whom I did not know tore at me without ceasing; like profane mockers at a feast, they gnash at me with their teeth.

O how the world delights in watching one of Yours stumble and trip over some element of sin. Yes, when I am the one who has disgraced You Holy Name, I must fall to my knees in repentance filled with grief for the shame I have brought upon Your Name. I must fix my eyes upon the Cross that redeemed me and not allow the profaners to distract me from my return to communion with You.

Today's readings in the Psalms:

Morning: Psalm 123

Mid-day: 119:105-112

Evening: Psalm 48

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