Psalm 86:1-2
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
Psalm 86[a]
Prayer in Time of Distress
1 A prayer of David.
I
Incline your ear, Lord, and answer me,
for I am poor and oppressed.
2 Preserve my life, for I am devoted;
save your servant who trusts in you.
You are my God;
Psalm 86:3-4
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
3 be gracious to me, Lord;
to you I call all the day.
4 Gladden the soul of your servant;
to you, Lord, I lift up my soul.(A)
Psalm 86:5-6
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
5 Lord, you are good and forgiving,
most merciful to all who call on you.(A)
6 Lord, hear my prayer;
listen to my cry for help.(B)
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