New International Reader's Version

Psalm 69:8-14 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

8. I'm a stranger to my brothers. I'm an outsider to my own mother's sons.

9. My great love for your house destroys me. Those who make fun of you make fun of me also.

10. When I sob and go without eating, they laugh at me.

11. When I put on black clothes to show how sad I am, people make jokes about me.

12. Those who gather in public places make fun of me. Those who get drunk make up songs about me.

13. But Lord, I pray to you. May this be the time you show me your favor. God, answer me because you love me so much. Save me, as you always do.

14. Save me from the trouble I'm in. It's like slippery mud. Don't let me sink in it. Save me from those who hate me. Save me from the deep water I'm in.