Psalm 28

Contemporary English Version

(By David.)

A Prayer for Help

¹Only you, Lord,
    are a mighty rock!^[a]
Don't refuse to help me
    when I pray.
If you don't answer me,
    I will soon be dead.
²Please listen to my prayer
    and my cry for help,
as I lift my hands
    toward your holy temple.

³Don't drag me away, Lord,
    with those cruel people,
who speak kind words,
    while planning trouble.
⁴^(A) Treat them as they deserve!
    Punish them for their sins.
⁵They don't pay any attention
    to your wonderful deeds.
Now you will destroy them
    and leave them in ruin.

⁶I praise you, Lord,
    for answering my prayers.
⁷You are my strong shield,
    and I trust you completely.
You have helped me,
and I will celebrate
    and thank you in song.

⁸You give strength
    to your people, Lord,
and you save and protect
    your chosen ones.
⁹Come save us and bless us.
Be our shepherd and always
    carry us in your arms.