Psalm 40:1

New International Reader's Version

I was patient while I waited for the Lord. He turned to me and heard my cry for help.

Cross References

Psalm 116:2

Because he paid attention to me, I will call out to him as long as I live.

Psalm 130:2

Lord, listen to me. Pay attention to my cry for your mercy.

Psalm 34:15

The Lord looks with favor on those who are godly. His ears are open to their cry.

Psalm 37:7

Be still and wait patiently for the Lord to act. Don’t be upset when other people succeed. Don’t be upset when they carry out their evil plans.

Daniel 9:18

Our God, please listen to us. The city that belongs to you has been destroyed. Open your eyes and see it. We aren’t asking you to answer our prayers because we are godly. Instead, we’re asking you to do it because you love us so much.