Psalms 20

(A psalm by David for the music leader.)

A Prayer for Victory

1 I pray that the Lord

will listen when you

are in trouble,

and that the God of Jacob

will keep you safe.

2 May the Lord send help

from his temple

and come to your rescue

from Mount Zion.

3 May he remember your gifts

and be pleased

with what you bring.

4 May God do what you want most

and let all go well for you.

5 Then you will win victories,

and we will celebrate,

while raising our banners

in the name of our God.

May the Lord answer

all your prayers!

6 I am certain, Lord,

that you will help

your chosen king.

You will answer my prayers

from your holy place

in heaven,

and you will save me

with your mighty arm.

7 Some people trust the power

of chariots or horses,

but we trust you, Lord God.

8 Others will stumble and fall,

but we will be strong

and stand firm.

9 Give the king victory, Lord,

and answer our prayers.*20.9 victory … prayers: Or "victory. He (God or the king) answers us."