The Message Psalm 143 A David Psalm 1-2 Listen to this prayer of mine, God; pay attention to what Im asking. Answer me—youre famous for your answers! Do whats right for me. But dont, please dont, haul me into court; not a person alive would be acquitted there. 3-6 The enemy hunted me down; he kicked me and stomped me within an inch of my life. He put me in a black hole, buried me like a corpse in that dungeon. I sat there in despair, my spirit draining away, my heart heavy, like lead. I remembered the old days, went over all youve done, pondered the ways youve worked, Stretched out my hands to you, as thirsty for you as a desert thirsty for rain. 7-10 Hurry with your answer, God! Im nearly at the end of my rope. Dont turn away; dont ignore me! That would be certain death. If you wake me each morning with the sound of your loving voice, Ill go to sleep each night trusting in you. Point out the road I must travel; Im all ears, all eyes before you. Save me from my enemies, God— youre my only hope! Teach me how to live to please you, because youre my God. Lead me by your blessed Spirit into cleared and level pastureland. 11-12 Keep up your reputation, God—give me life! In your justice, get me out of this trouble! In your great love, vanquish my enemies; make a clean sweep of those who harass me. And why? Because Im your servant.
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