Contemporary English Version Anglicised

Psalms 61 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

Under the protection of God

(A psalm by David for the music leader. Use with stringed instruments.)

1. Please listen, God,and answer my prayer!

2. I feel hopeless,and I cry out to youfrom a faraway land.Lead me to the mighty rockhigh above me.

3. You are a strong tower,where I am safefrom my enemies.

4. Let me live with you for everand find protectionunder your wings, my God.

5. You heard my promises,and you have blessed me,just as you bless everyonewho worships you.

6. Let the king have a longand healthy life.

7. May he always rulewith you, God, at his side;may your love and loyaltywatch over him.

8. I will sing your praisesfor ever and will alwayskeep my promises.