“I pray to you, O Lord, my rock. Do not turn a deaf ear from me. For if You are silent, I might a well give up and die. Listen to my prayer for mercy as I cry out to You for help, as I lift my hands toward Your holy sanctuary.
Praise the Lord! For He has heard my cry for mercy. The Lord is my strength and my shield. I trust Him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving.
The Lord gives His people strength. He is a soft fortress for His anointed king. Save your people! Bless Israel, Your special people ! Lead them like a shepherd, and carry them in Your arms forever.” (Psalm 28: 1-2, 6-9, NLT)