SOMETIMES...life is very difficult.

Listen, Lord, as I pray!
You are faithful and honest
and will answer my prayer.
I am your servant. Don't try me in your court,
because no one is innocent by your standards.

My enemies are chasing me,
crushing me in the ground.
I am in total darkness, like someone long dead.
I have given up all hope, and I feel numb all over.

I remember to think about the many things
you did in years gone by.
Then I lift my hands in prayer,
because my soul is a desert,
thirsty for water from you.

Please hurry, Lord, and answer my prayer.
I feel hopeless.
Don't turn away and leave me here to die.
Each morning let me learn more about your love
because I trust you.
I come to you in prayer, asking for your guidance.

Please rescue me from my enemies, Lord!
I come to you for safety.
You are my God. Show me what you want me to do,
and let your gentle Spirit lead me
in the right path.

Be true to your name, Lord, and keep my life save.
Use your saving power
to protect me from trouble.
(Psalm 143:1-11)