Psalms 142

God is a guide in times of trouble

1I am calling to the Lord to help me. I ask him to be kind to me.

2I tell him about all my problems. I tell him about all my troubles.

3When 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.

4Look at me! I have no friend to help me. There is no safe place where I can go. Nobody thinks about me.

5Yes 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.

6Please 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.

7Please 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 round me to praise you.