Psalms 31:1-16

Lord, you are the one who keeps me safe; please don't let me ever be humiliated. Save me, because you always do what is right. Please listen to me, and be quick to rescue me. Be my rock of protection, my strong fortress of safety. You are my rock and my fortress. For the sake of your reputation, please lead me and guide me. Help me escape from the hidden net that they set to trap me, for you are the one who protects me. I put myself in your hands. Save me, Lord, for you are a trustworthy God. I hate those who devote themselves to pointless idols; I trust in the Lord. I will celebrate, happy in your love that never fails, for you have seen the problems I face and have paid attention to my troubles. You haven't handed me over to my enemies; you have set me free. Be kind to me Lord, for I am upset. I can hardly see from so much crying. I am completely wasting away. Grief is killing me; my life is cut short by sadness; I am falling apart because of my troubles; I am worn to the bone. I am ridiculed by my enemies, particularly by my neighbors. My friends dread meeting me; people who see me in the street run the other way. I have been forgotten as if I were dead; I'm ignored like a broken pot. I hear many people whispering about me; terror surrounds me. They plot together against me, planning to kill me. But I put my trust in you, Lord, saying, “You are my God!” My whole life is in your hands! Save me from those who hate me and persecute me! May you look kindly on me, your servant. Save me because of your trustworthy love.