7 That's how my food tastes,and my appetite is gone.
8-9 How I wish that Godwould answer my prayerand do away with me.
10 Then I would be comforted,knowing that in all my painI have never disobeyed God.
11 Why should I patiently hopewhen my strength is gone?
12 I am not strong as stoneor bronze,
13 and I have finally reachedthe end of my rope.
14 My friends, I am desperate,and you should help me,even if I no longer respectGod All-Powerful.