Psalm 70 captures humanity's universal cry for help in times of distress. Beginning with 'Make haste, O God, to deliver me,' this prayer acknowledges our need for divine intervention when facing enemies, difficult relationships, and our own shortcomings. While we often seek salvation in human relationships, control, or various forms of escape, true deliverance comes only from God. This psalm teaches us to bring our unfiltered selves before God while recognizing that He alone can save us. The Christian faith uniquely responds to this cry with God giving Himself completely through Christ's sacrifice, offering genuine hope and redemption.