61 For the choir director: A psalm of David, to be accompanied by stringed instruments.

 1  O God, listen to my cry!

Hear my prayer!

 2  From the ends of the earth,

I cry to you for help

when my heart is overwhelmed.

Lead me to the towering rock of safety,

 3  for you are my safe refuge,

a fortress where my enemies cannot reach me.

 4  Let me live forever in your sanctuary,

safe beneath the shelter of your wings!

Interlude

 5  For you have heard my vows, O God.

You have given me an inheritance reserved for those who fear your name.

 6  Add many years to the life of the king!

May his years span the generations!

 7  May he reign under God’s protection forever.

May your unfailing love and faithfulness watch over him.

 8  Then I will sing praises to your name forever

as I fulfill my vows each day.