12. I am the favorite topic of town gossip,and all the drunks sing about me.
13. But I keep praying to you, lord,hoping this time you will show me favor.In your unfailing love, O God,answer my prayer with your sure salvation.
14. Rescue me from the mud;don’t let me sink any deeper!Save me from those who hate me,and pull me from these deep waters.
15. Don’t let the floods overwhelm me,or the deep waters swallow me,or the pit of death devour me.
16. Answer my prayers, O lord,for your unfailing love is wonderful.Take care of me,for your mercy is so plentiful.
17. Don’t hide from your servant;answer me quickly, for I am in deep trouble!