3 Lord, you lifted me out of the grave. I was falling into the place of death, but you saved my life.
4 Praise the Lord, you who are loyal to him! Praise his holy name!
5 His anger lasts for a little while, but then his kindness brings life. The night may be filled with tears, but in the morning we can sing for joy!
6 When I was safe and secure, I thought nothing could hurt me.
7 Yes, Lord, while you were kind to me, I felt that nothing could defeat me. But when you turned away from me, I was filled with fear.
8 So, Lord, I turned and prayed to you. I asked you, Lord, to show me mercy.
9 I said, “What good is it if I die and go down to the grave? The dead just lie in the dirt. They cannot praise you. They cannot tell anyone how faithful you are.