[1] Listen, LORD, as I pray! You are faithful and honest and will answer my prayer. [2] I am your servant. Don't try me in your court, because no one is innocent by your standards. [3] My enemies are chasing me, crushing me in the ground. I am in total darkness, like someone long dead. [4] I have given up all hope, and I feel numb all over. [5] I remember to think about the many things you did in years gone by. [6] Then I lift my hands in prayer, because my soul is a desert, thirsty for water from you. [7] Please hurry, LORD, and answer my prayer. I feel hopeless. Don't turn away and leave me here to die. [8] Each morning let me learn more about your love because I trust you. I come to you in prayer, asking for your guidance. [9] Please rescue me from my enemies, LORD! I come to you for safety. [10] You are my God. Show me what you want me to do, and let your gentle Spirit lead me in the right path. [11] Be true to your name, LORD, and keep my life safe. Use your saving power to protect me from trouble. [12] I am your servant. Show how much you love me by destroying my enemies.
