Thus, Psalm 77 is an example from Scripture of God's people asking Him, “Why?” – why do we suffer? Why does God not come to our aid when we are faced with adversity? Why did God allow this terrible thing to happen? – has God neglected His responsibilities in our covenantal relationship with Him?

1 I cried out to God for help; I cried out to God to hear me. 2 When I was in distress, I sought the Lord; at night I stretched out untiring hands, and I would not be comforted. 3 I remembered you, God, and I groaned; I meditated, and my spirit grew faint. 4 You kept my eyes from closing; I was too troubled to speak.

The Psalm belongs to a Levite named Asaph, one of David's three chief musicians and worship leaders at the court. A strikingly beautiful testimony of a suffering man, Psalm 77 struck me by its powerful counseling verses to hurting souls like mine. I've been amazed at its the literary richness.

even unto God will I cry with my voice, and he shall hearken unto me. my sore ran, and ceased not in the night-season; my soul refused comfort. when my heart is vexed, I will complain.