Psalms 61

1 For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. Of David. Hear my cry, O God; attend to my prayer.

For the music director. With stringed instruments. A psalm of David. God, please hear my cry for help; please listen to my prayer.

2 From the ends of the earth I call out to You whenever my heart is faint. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

From this distant place, far from home, I cry out to you as my courage fails. Take me to a rock high above me where I will be safe,

3 For You have been my refuge, a tower of strength against the enemy.

for you are my protection, a strong tower where my enemies cannot attack me.

4 Let me dwell in Your tent forever and take refuge in the shelter of Your wings.

Let me live with you forever; protect me under the shelter of your wings. (Selah)

5 For You have heard my vows, O God; You have given me the inheritance reserved for those who fear Your name.

For you, God, have heard the promises I've made. You have given all those who love your character your special blessing.

6 Increase the days of the king’s life; may his years span many generations.

Please give the king many extra years; may his reign last through generations.

7 May he sit enthroned in God’s presence forever; appoint Your loving devotion and Your faithfulness to guard him.

May he always live in your presence; may your trustworthy love and faithfulness protect him.

8 Then I will ever sing praise to Your name and fulfill my vows day by day.

Then I will always sing praises to you, and every day I will keep my promises to you.