1 H ear my cry, O God. Listen to my prayer.

Hear my cry, God. Listen to my prayer.

2 I call to You from the end of the earth when my heart is weak. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

From the end of the earth, I will call to you, when my heart is overwhelmed. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

3 F or You have been a safe place for me, a tower of strength where I am safe from those who fight against me.

For you have been a refuge for me, a strong tower from the enemy.

4 L et me live in Your tent forever. Let me be safe under the covering of Your wings.

I will dwell in your tent forever. I will take refuge in the shelter of your wings. Selah.

5 F or You have heard my promises, O God. You have given me that which You give to those who fear Your name.

For you, God, have heard my vows. You have given me the heritage of those who fear your name.

6 Y ou will add days to the life of the king. His years will be as long as the lives of many children and grandchildren added together.

You will prolong the king’s life; his years shall be for generations.

7 H e will stay forever with God. Set apart loving-kindness and truth to keep him safe.

He shall be enthroned in God’s presence forever. Appoint your loving kindness and truth, that they may preserve him.

8 S o I will sing thanks to Your name forever and keep my promises day by day.

So I will sing praise to your name forever, that I may fulfill my vows daily.