Psalm 31 verses 1-16

In You, Lord, I take refuge;
Ashamed let me not be.
Your righteousness eternal
Express by saving me;
Incline Your ear to hear me;
With speed deliver me.
To me O be a strong rock,
A fort to rescue me.

You are my rock and fortress;
For Your sake lead and guide.
Free me from nets they’ve hidden;
My stronghold You abide.
I now commit my spirit
Into Your outstretched hand.
I know You have redeemed me,
Lord God of truths that stand.

I hate those serving idols;
My trust is in the Lord.
I’ll triumph in Your mercy;
For anguish You regard.
You’ve known my soul’s afflictions,
Kept me from hostile hand.
My feet You have established
Where they have room to stand.

O Lord, have mercy on me,
For anguish fills my life;
My eye, my soul, my body
Are all consumed with grief.
My life is drained by sorrow,
My years with sighing spent;
I’ve lost my strength by sinning;
My bones are weak and bent.

To all my foes a byword,
A dread to those near me,
A scorn to all my neighbors,
At sight of me they flee.
Like dead men I’m forgotten,
A broken jar thrown out.
I’ve slanders heard of many,
And fear is all about.

When foes conspire against me,
My murder meditate,
In You, O Lord, I’m trusting;
“You are my God,” I state.
My times are all in Your hand;
Free me from foes who chase.
Your face shine on Your servant;
O save me in Your grace.