Psalm 17

17:1-2  David begs God to hear his prayer

17:3-5  The LORD has examined him and tried him

17:6-8  He begs God to protect and shield him

17:9-12  David describes the wicked and their violence to him

17:13-15.  The LORD is to bring down the wicked and he longs to see their face

Connections with Psalm 16
16:1  taking refuge in the LORD. 17:7
16:8 The mention of the LORD's right hand  17:7
16:1 Keep me. 17:8
16:8 "I will not be moved" 17:5
16:5 Portion- where is our portion