1A psalm of David. For the music director. 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.
2Please listen to me, and be quick to rescue me. Be my rock of protection, my strong fortress of safety.
3You are my rock and my fortress. For the sake of your reputation, please lead me and guide me.
4Help me escape from the hidden net that they set to trap me, for you are the one who protects me.
5I put myself in your hands. Save me, Lord, for you are a trustworthy God.
6I hate those who devote themselves to pointless idols; I trust in the Lord.
7I will celebrate, happy in your love that never fails, for you have seen the problems I face and have paid attention to my troubles.
8You haven't handed me over to my enemies; you have set me free.
9Be kind to me Lord, for I am upset. I can hardly see from so much crying. I am completely wasting away.
10Grief is killing me; my life is cut short by sadness; I am falling apart because of my troubles; I am worn to the bone.
11I 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.