They sacrificed their sons and daughters to demons.

He guided them safely along, while the sea covered their enemies.

For they have devoured Jacob and destroyed his home.

He satisfies the desire of his loyal followers; he hears their cry for help and delivers them.

I am absolutely terrified, and you, Lord – how long will this continue?

He despises a reprobate, but honors the Lord’s loyal followers. He makes firm commitments and does not renege on his promise.

The Lord is near the brokenhearted; he delivers those who are discouraged.

For the Lord listens to the needy; he does not despise his captive people.

Indeed, your servants take delight in her stones, and feel compassion for the dust of her ruins.

The Lord protects those who love him, but he destroys all the wicked.

the one who made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them, who remains forever faithful,

For the music director; according to the shushan-eduth style; a prayer of David written to instruct others. It was written when he fought against Aram Naharaim and Aram-Zobah. That was when Joab turned back and struck down 12,000 Edomites in the Valley of Salt. O God, you have rejected us. You suddenly turned on us in your anger. Please restore us!