Psalms 116:1-9

1I love the Lord because he has heard my appeal for mercy.

2Because he has turned his ear to me, I will call out to him as long as I live.

3The ropes of death were wrapped around me, and the torments of Sheol overcame me; I encountered trouble and sorrow.

4Then I called on the name of the Lord: “Lord, save me!”

5The Lord is gracious and righteous; our God is compassionate.

6The Lord guards the inexperienced; I was helpless, and he saved me.

7Return to your rest, my soul, for the Lord has been good to you.

8For you, Lord, rescued me from death, my eyes from tears, my feet from stumbling.

9I will walk before the Lord in the land of the living.