Psalm 38:5

Contemporary English Version 1995

Because of my foolishness, I am covered with sores that stink and spread.

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If medicine and doctors may be found in Gilead, why aren't my people healed?

You know my foolish sins. Not one is hidden from you.

Fever has my back in flames, and I hurt everywhere.

Before I confessed my sins, my bones felt limp, and I groaned all day long.

and prayed: I am much too ashamed to face you, Lord God. Our sins and our guilt have swept over us like a flood that reaches up to the heavens.

Please show that you care and come to my rescue. Hurry and help me!

You bless your chosen ones, and you invite them to live near you in your temple. We will enjoy your house, the sacred temple.