1. I love the Lordbecause he heard my plea for mercy,
2. and listened to me.As long as I live, I will call to him when I need help.
3. The ropes of death tightened around me,the snares of Sheol confronted me.I was confronted with trouble and sorrow.
4. I called on the name of the Lord,“Please Lord, rescue my life!”
5. The Lord is merciful and fair;our God is compassionate.
6. The Lord protects the untrained;I was in serious trouble and he delivered me.
7. Rest once more, my soul,for the Lord has vindicated you.
8. Yes, Lord, you rescued my life from death,and kept my feet from stumbling.
9. I will serve the Lordin the land of the living.
10. I had faith when I said,“I am severely oppressed.”
11. I rashly declared,“All men are liars.”