1 Only you, Lord,

are a mighty rock!*

Don't refuse to help me

when I pray.

If you don't answer me,

I will soon be dead.

2 Please listen to my prayer

and my cry for help,

as I lift my hands

toward your holy temple.

3 Don't drag me away, Lord,

with those cruel people,

who speak kind words,

while planning trouble.

4 * Treat them as they deserve!

Punish them for their sins.

5 They don't pay any attention

to your wonderful deeds.

Now you will destroy them

and leave them in ruin.

6 I praise you, Lord,

for answering my prayers.

7 You are my strong shield,

and I trust you completely.

You have helped me,

and I will celebrate

and thank you in song.

8 You give strength

to your people, Lord,

and you save and protect

your chosen ones.

9 Come save us and bless us.

Be our shepherd and always

carry us in your arms.