Psalm 142

This is a special song that David wrote.

He prayed this when he was in the cave.

God is a guide in times of trouble

1 I am calling to the Lord to help me.

I ask him to be kind to me.

2 I tell him about all my problems.

I tell him about all my trouble.

3 Even when I do not feel brave,

you are still my guide, Lord.

In the path where I walk,

my enemies have prepared a trap to catch me.

4 Look at me!

I have no friend here to help me.

There is no safe place where I can go.

Nobody thinks about what is happening to me.

5 Yes, Lord, I am calling to you to help me.

You are my safe place where I can hide.

You are all that I need in this world where I live.

6 Please listen to me as I cry to you.

I am very upset!

My enemies are trying to catch me.

Save me from their power!

They are stronger than I am.

7 Please take me out of this prison.

Then I will praise your name.

Your own good people will see how you have helped me.

They will meet around me to praise you.