Psalm 40:17 - King James Version (Oxford) 1769

But I am poor and needy; Yet the Lord thinketh upon me: Thou art my help and my deliverer; Make no tarrying, O my God.

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Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

[As for me] I am poor and needy, yet the Lord takes thought and plans for me. You are my Help and my Deliverer. O my God, do not tarry! [Ps. 70:1-5; I Pet. 5:7.]

American Standard Version (1901)

But I am poor and needy; Yet the Lord thinketh upon me: Thou art my help and my deliverer; Make no tarrying, O my God.

Common English Bible

But me? I’m weak and needy. Let my Lord think of me. You are my help and my rescuer. My God, don’t wait any longer!