Psalm 118:5

Contemporary English Version Interconfessional Edition

When I was really hurting, I prayed to the Lord. He answered my prayer, and took my worries away.

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When I was fenced in, you freed and rescued me because you love me.

I was in terrible trouble when I called out to you, but from your temple you heard me and answered my prayer.

When I am in trouble, I pray,

You were in serious trouble, but you prayed to the Lord, and he rescued you.

You kept me from the hands of my enemies, and you set me free.

You were in serious trouble, but you prayed to the Lord, and he rescued you.

In days filled with trouble, I search for you. And at night I tirelessly lift my hands in prayer, refusing comfort.

Jacob was so frightened that he divided his people, sheep, cattle, and camels into two groups.

You are good to me, Lord, because I do right, and you reward me because I am innocent.