New Century Version

Psalms 69:7-13 New Century Version (NCV)

7. For you, I carry this shame,and my face is covered with disgrace.

8. I am like a stranger to my closest relativesand a foreigner to my mother’s children.

9. My strong love for your Temple completely controls me.When people insult you, it hurts me.

10. When I cry and fast,they make fun of me.

11. When I wear clothes of sadness,they joke about me.

12. They make fun of me in public places,and the drunkards make up songs about me.

13. But I pray to you, Lord, for favor.God, because of your great love, answer me.You are truly able to save.