Study Desk

Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me.

You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings.

For he laid the earth's foundation on the seas and built it on the ocean depths.

Show me the right path, O Lord ; point out the road for me to follow.

Lead me by your truth and teach me, for you are the God who saves me. All day long I put my hope in you.

Do not remember the rebellious sins of my youth. Remember me in the light of your unfailing love, for you are merciful, O Lord .

For the honor of your name, O Lord , forgive my many, many sins.

My eyes are always on the Lord , for he rescues me from the traps of my enemies.

Turn to me and have mercy, for I am alone and in deep distress.

Protect me! Rescue my life from them! Do not let me be disgraced, for in you I take refuge.

May integrity and honesty protect me, for I put my hope in you.

A psalm of David. Declare me innocent, O Lord , for I have acted with integrity; I have trusted in the Lord without wavering.

For I am always aware of your unfailing love, and I have lived according to your truth.

For he will conceal me there when troubles come; he will hide me in his sanctuary. He will place me out of reach on a high rock.

Teach me how to live, O Lord . Lead me along the right path, for my enemies are waiting for me.

Do not let me fall into their hands. For they accuse me of things I've never done; with every breath they threaten me with violence.

Wait patiently for the Lord . Be brave and courageous. Yes, wait patiently for the Lord .

A psalm of David. I pray to you, O Lord , my rock. Do not turn a deaf ear to me. For if you are silent, I might as well give up and die.

Listen to my prayer for mercy as I cry out to you for help, as I lift my hands toward your holy sanctuary.

Give them the punishment they so richly deserve! Measure it out in proportion to their wickedness. Pay them back for all their evil deeds! Give them a taste of what they have done to others.