when you deliver my life from death. You keep my feet from stumbling, so that I might serve God as I enjoy life.

For you defended my just cause; from your throne you pronounced a just decision.

For the sake of your reputation, O Lord, forgive my sin, because it is great.

The Lord deserves praise, for he has heard my plea for mercy!

But I trust in you, O Lord! I declare, “You are my God!”

Do not abandon me, O Lord! My God, do not remain far away from me!

My enemies ask this cruel question about me, ‘When will he finally die and be forgotten?’

Look, I was guilty of sin from birth, a sinner the moment my mother conceived me.

My heart beats violently within me; the horrors of death overcome me.

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

O my God, make them like dead thistles, like dead weeds blown away by the wind!

In my time of trouble I cry out to you, for you will answer me.

I will satisfy him with long life, and will let him see my salvation.

If I say, “My foot is slipping,” your loyal love, O Lord, supports me.

My days are coming to an end, and I am withered like grass.

For I am oppressed and needy, and my heart beats violently within me.

I will fulfill my vows to the Lord before all his people,

I will give you thanks, for you answered me, and have become my deliverer.

O Lord, please accept the freewill offerings of my praise! Teach me your regulations!

Direct my steps by your word! Do not let any sin dominate me!