I long for you to rescue me! Your word is my only hope.
Deep in my heart I long for your temple, and with all that I am I sing joyful songs to you.
I long for your teachings. Be true to yourself and let me live.
My body and mind may fail, but you are my strength and my choice for ever.
Young women of Jerusalem, if you find the one I love, please say to him, “She is weak with desire.”
You are my place of safety and my shield. Your word is my only hope.
I love to obey your Law! Have mercy and let me live.
Your worshippers will see me, and they will be glad that I trust your word.
Then I will have an answer for everyone who insults me for trusting your word.
What I want most of all and at all times is to honour your laws.
Yes, I will see him for myself, and I long for that moment.
Show me your love and save me, LORD, as you have promised.
I rely on your laws! Don't take away my chance to speak your truth.
With all my heart, I am waiting, LORD, for you! I trust your promises.