6 Thank the Lord!He has heard my prayer for mercy!
7 The Lord is my strength and my shield.My heart trusted him, so I received help.My heart is triumphant; I give thanks to him with my song.
8 The Lord is the strength of his peopleand a fortress for the victory of his Messiah.
9 Save your people, and bless those who belong to you.Be their shepherd, and carry them forever.