Psalm 107:23-32

Good News Translation

²³ Some sailed over the ocean in ships,
    earning their living on the seas.
²⁴ They saw what the Lord can do,
    his wonderful acts on the seas.
²⁵ He commanded, and a mighty wind began to blow
    and stirred up the waves.
²⁶ The ships were lifted high in the air
    and plunged down into the depths.
In such danger the sailors lost their courage;
²⁷     they stumbled and staggered like drunks—
    all their skill was useless.
²⁸ Then in their trouble they called to the Lord,
    and he saved them from their distress.
²⁹ He calmed the raging storm,
    and the waves became quiet.
³⁰ They were glad because of the calm,
    and he brought them safe to the port they wanted.
³¹ They must thank the Lord for his constant love,
    for the wonderful things he did for them.
³² They must proclaim his greatness in the assembly of the people
    and praise him before the council of the leaders.