5. For he will conceal me there when troubles come;he will hide me in his sanctuary.He will place me out of reach on a high rock.
6. Then I will hold my head highabove my enemies who surround me.At his sanctuary I will offer sacrifices with shouts of joy,singing and praising the lord with music.
7. Hear me as I pray, O lord.Be merciful and answer me!
8. My heart has heard you say, “Come and talk with me.”And my heart responds, “lord, I am coming.”
9. Do not turn your back on me.Do not reject your servant in anger.You have always been my helper.Don’t leave me now; don’t abandon me,O God of my salvation!
10. Even if my father and mother abandon me,the lord will hold me close.
11. Teach me how to live, O lord.Lead me along the right path,for my enemies are waiting for me.
12. Do not let me fall into their hands.For they accuse me of things I’ve never done;with every breath they threaten me with violence.
13. Yet I am confident I will see the lord’s goodnesswhile I am here in the land of the living.
14. Wait patiently for the lord.Be brave and courageous.Yes, wait patiently for the lord.