1 I pray that the Lordwill listen when youare in trouble,and that the God of Jacobwill keep you safe.
2 May the Lord send helpfrom his templeand come to your rescuefrom Mount Zion.
3 May he remember your giftsand be pleasedwith what you bring.
4 May God do what you want mostand let all go well for you.
5 Then you will win victories,and we will celebrate,while raising our bannersin the name of our God.May the Lord answerall your prayers!
6 I am certain, Lord,that you will helpyour chosen king.You will answer my prayersfrom your holy placein heaven,and you will save mewith your mighty arm.
7 Some people trust the powerof chariots or horses,but we trust you, Lord God.
8 Others will stumble and fall,but we will be strongand stand firm.
9 Give the king victory, Lord,and answer our prayers.