14Please rescue me from the mud—don't let me sink! Save me from those who hate me and from drowning in the deep waters!
15Don't let the flood waters wash over me. Don't let the deep waters pull me down. Don't let the grave close over me.
16Please answer my prayers, Lord, for you are good and love me with your trustworthy love; because of your kindness, please help me.
17Don't turn away from me, your servant. Please answer me quickly because I'm in trouble.
18Come here and rescue me; set me free from my enemies.