12. I give thanks to you, my Lord, my God,with all my heart,and I will glorify your name forever,
13. because your faithful love toward me is awesomeand because you’ve rescued my lifefrom the lowest part of hell.
14. The arrogant rise up against me, God.A gang of violent people want me dead.They don’t give a thought for you.
15. But you, my Lord,are a God of compassion and mercy;you are very patient and full of faithful love.
16. Come back to me! Have mercy on me!Give your servant your strength;save this child of your servant!
17. Show me a sign of your goodnessso that those who hate me will see it and be put to shame—show a sign that you, Lord, have helped me and comforted me.