3 Be my rock of refugewhere I can always escape.You commanded that my life be savedbecause you are my rock and my fortress.
4 My God, rescue me from the power of the wicked;rescue me from the grip of the wrongdoer and the oppressor
5 because you are my hope, Lord.You, Lord, are the one I’ve trusted since childhood.
6 I’ve depended on you from birth—you cut the cord when I came from my mother’s womb.My praise is always about you.
7 I’ve become an example to many peoplebecause you are my strong refuge.
8 My mouth is filled with your praise,glorifying you all day long.
9 Don’t cast me off in old age.Don’t abandon me when my strength is used up!