Psalm 31:1-8

Good News Translation

A Prayer of Trust in God^[a]

31 I come to you, Lord, for protection;
    never let me be defeated.
You are a righteous God;
    save me, I pray!
²Hear me! Save me now!
Be my refuge to protect me;
    my defense to save me.

³You are my refuge and defense;
    guide me and lead me as you have promised.
⁴Keep me safe from the trap that has been set for me;
    shelter me from danger.
⁵^(A)I place myself in your care.
You will save me, Lord;
    you are a faithful God.

⁶You hate those who worship false gods,
    but I trust in you.
⁷I will be glad and rejoice
    because of your constant love.
You see my suffering;
    you know my trouble.
⁸You have not let my enemies capture me;
    you have given me freedom to go where I wish.