1 For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. Of David. Hear my cry, O God; attend to my prayer.
2 From the ends of the earth I call out to You whenever my heart is faint. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
3 For You have been my refuge, a tower of strength against the enemy.
4 Let me dwell in Your tent forever and take refuge in the shelter of Your wings. Selah
5 For You have heard my vows, O God; You have given me the inheritance reserved for those who fear Your name.
6 Increase the days of the king’s life; may his years span many generations.
7 May he sit enthroned in God’s presence forever; appoint Your loving devotion and Your faithfulness to guard him.
8 Then I will ever sing praise to Your name and fulfill my vows day by day.
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Today's Verse
`Because of' his strength I will give heed unto thee; For God is my high tower.
Verse Of The DayThe psalmist vows to abide in God's tabernacle and trust 'in the covert of thy wings,' echoing the rock and tower language of Psalms 18:2. The chapter also prays for the king's long life before the still confidence of Psalms 62.
