12. They talk about me in the streets,and drunkards make up songs about me.
13. But as for me, I will pray to you, Lord;answer me, God, at a time you choose.Answer me because of your great love,because you keep your promise to save.
14. Save me from sinking in the mud;keep me safe from my enemies,safe from the deep water.
15. Don't let the flood come over me;don't let me drown in the depthsor sink into the grave.
16. Answer me, Lord, in the goodness of your constant love;in your great compassion turn to me!