Psalm 80: 1-18
1-2: Asaph is praying this Psalm to God, acknowledging that He is our loving Shepherd, showing us mercy when we don’t deserve it. Asaph asks God to come before them as in times past to lead them.
3-7: God’s purpose for chastening is to cause His people to RETURN to Him.
8-16: God’s purpose is to RESTORE the broken relationship between Him and us.
17-18: God’s purpose is to REVIVE what has withered.