Psalms 61:1-4

¹For the music director. With stringed instruments. A psalm of David. God, please hear my cry for help; please listen to my prayer.

²From this distant place, far from home, I cry out to you as my courage fails. Take me to a rock high above me where I will be safe,

³for you are my protection, a strong tower where my enemies cannot attack me.

⁴Let me live with you forever; protect me under the shelter of your wings. Selah.