(Psalm 57)
Be merciful to me, O God, be merciful, because I come to you for safety.
In the shadow of your wings I find protection until the raging storms are over.
I call to God, the Most High, to God, who supplies my every need.
He will answer from heaven and save me; he will defeat my oppressors.
God will show me his constant love and faithfulness.
I am surrounded by enemies, who are like man-eating lions.
Their teeth are like spears and arrows; their tongues are like sharp swords.
Show your greatness in the sky, O God, and your glory over all the earth.
My enemies have spread a net to catch me; I am overcome with distress.
They dug a pit in my path, but fell into it themselves.
I have complete confidence, O God; I will sing and praise you!
Wake up, my soul! Wake up, my harp and lyre!
I will wake up the sun.
I will thank you, O Lord, among the nations.
I will praise you among the peoples.
Your constant love reaches the heavens; your faithfulness touches the skies.
Show your greatness in the sky, O God, and your glory over all the earth.
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