Psalms 61

1 For the chief musician; on a stringed instrument. A psalm of David. Hear my cry, 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 will I call to you when 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 a refuge for me, a strong tower from the enemy.

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

4 Let me live in your tabernacle forever! Let me take refuge under the shelter of your wings. (Selah)

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

5 For you, God, have heard my vows, you have given me the inheritance of those who honor 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 You will prolong the king's life; his years will be like many generations.

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

7 He will remain before God forever.

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

8 I will sing praise to your name forever so that I may perform my vows every day.

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