I am in trouble, God—listen to my prayer! I am afraid of my enemies—save my life!
Save me, Lord, from evildoers; keep me safe from violent people.
I call to you, Lord; help me now! Listen to me when I call to you.
Hear me, Lord, when I call to you! Be merciful and answer me!
I prayed to the Lord, and he answered me; he freed me from all my fears.
and said, ‘Don't be afraid, Paul! You must stand before the Emperor. And God in his goodness to you has spared the lives of all those who are sailing with you.’