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They called for help, but no one came to their rescue. They even cried to the Lord , but he refused to answer.

For this, O Lord , I will praise you among the nations; I will sing praises to your name.

For the choir director: A psalm of David. The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship.

Yet their message has gone throughout the earth, and their words to all the world. God has made a home in the heavens for the sun.

The commandments of the Lord are right, bringing joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are clear, giving insight for living.

Reverence for the Lord is pure, lasting forever. The laws of the Lord are true; each one is fair.

They are a warning to your servant, a great reward for those who obey them.

For the choir director: A psalm of David. In times of trouble, may the Lord answer your cry. May the name of the God of Jacob keep you safe from all harm.

May we shout for joy when we hear of your victory and raise a victory banner in the name of our God. May the Lord answer all your prayers.

Give victory to our king, O Lord ! Answer our cry for help.

For the choir director: A psalm of David. How the king rejoices in your strength, O Lord ! He shouts with joy because you give him victory.

For you have given him his heart's desire; you have withheld nothing he requested. Interlude

For the king trusts in the Lord . The unfailing love of the Most High will keep him from stumbling.

For they will turn and run when they see your arrows aimed at them.

For the choir director: A psalm of David, to be sung to the tune "Doe of the Dawn." My God, my God, why have you abandoned me? Why are you so far away when I groan for help?

Do not stay so far from me, for trouble is near, and no one else can help me.

My strength has dried up like sunbaked clay. My tongue sticks to the roof of my mouth. You have laid me in the dust and left me for dead.

They divide my garments among themselves and throw dice for my clothing.

For he has not ignored or belittled the suffering of the needy. He has not turned his back on them, but has listened to their cries for help.

For royal power belongs to the Lord . He rules all the nations.