Psalm 6 - Contemporary English Version Interconfessional Edition

A Prayer in Time of Trouble

(A psalm by David for the music leader. Use stringed instruments. )

¹ Don't punish me, Lord, or even correct me when you are angry!

² Have pity on me and heal my feeble body. My bones tremble with fear,

³ and I am in deep distress. How long will it be?

⁴ Turn and come to my rescue. Show your wonderful love and save me, Lord.

⁵ If I die, I cannot praise you or even remember you.

⁶ My groaning has worn me out. At night my bed and pillow are soaked with tears.

⁷ Sorrow has made my eyes dim, and my sight has failed because of my enemies.

⁸ You, Lord, heard my crying, and those hateful people had better leave me alone.

⁹ You have answered my prayer and my plea for mercy.

¹⁰ My enemies will be ashamed and terrified, as they quickly run away in complete disgrace.