[1] I cry out loud to God—out loud to God so that he can hear me! [2] During the day when I’m in trouble I look for my Lord. At night my hands are still outstretched and don’t grow numb; my whole being refuses to be comforted. [3] I remember God and I moan. I complain, and my spirit grows tired. Selah [4] You’ve kept my eyelids from closing. I’m so upset I can’t even speak. [5] I think about days long past; I remember years that seem an eternity in the past. [6] I meditate with my heart at night; I complain, and my spirit keeps searching: [7] “Will my Lord reject me forever? Will he never be pleased again? [8] Has his faithful love come to a complete end? Is his promise over for future generations? [9] Has God forgotten how to be gracious? Has he angrily stopped up his compassion?” Selah [10] It’s my misfortune, I thought, that the strong hand of the Most High is different now. [11] But I will remember the LORD’s deeds; yes, I will remember your wondrous acts from times long past. [12] I will meditate on all your works; I will ponder your deeds. [13] God, your way is holiness! Who is as great a god as you, God? [14] You are the God who works wonders; you have demonstrated your strength among all peoples. [15] With your mighty arm you redeemed your people; redeemed the children of Jacob and Joseph. Selah [16] The waters saw you, God—the waters saw you and reeled! Even the deep depths shook! [17] The clouds poured water, the skies cracked thunder; your arrows were flying all around! [18] The crash of your thunder was in the swirling storm; lightning lit up the whole world; the earth shook and quaked. [19] Your way went straight through the sea; your pathways went right through the mighty waters. But your footprints left no trace! [20] You led your people like sheep under the care of Moses and Aaron.
