Study Desk

They have prepared a net to trap me; I am discouraged. They have dug a pit for me. They will fall into it! (Selah)

I am determined, O God! I am determined! I will sing and praise you!

I sink into the deep mire where there is no solid ground; I am in deep water, and the current overpowers me.

I am exhausted from shouting for help; my throat is sore; my eyes grow tired of looking for my God.

For I suffer humiliation for your sake and am thoroughly disgraced.

Do not ignore your servant, for I am in trouble! Answer me right away!

You know how I am insulted, humiliated and disgraced; you can see all my enemies.

I am oppressed and suffering! O God, deliver and protect me!

I am oppressed and needy! O God, hurry to me! You are my helper and my deliverer! O Lord , do not delay!

O God, you have taught me since I was young, and I am still declaring your amazing deeds.

Even when I am old and gray, O God, do not abandon me, until I tell the next generation about your strength, and those coming after me about your power.

I suffer all day long, and am punished every morning."

But I am continually with you; you hold my right hand.

Then I said, "I am sickened by the thought that the sovereign One might become inactive.

I am the Lord , your God, the one who brought you out of the land of Egypt. Open your mouth wide and I will fill it!'

A prayer of David. Listen O Lord ! Answer me! For I am oppressed and needy.

Protect me, for I am loyal! O my God, deliver your servant, who trusts in you!

For my life is filled with troubles and I am ready to enter Sheol.

They treat me like those who descend into the grave. I am like a helpless man,

You cause those who know me to keep their distance; you make me an appalling sight to them. I am trapped and cannot get free.