3 I am getting weak from calling for help. My throat is sore. I have waited and looked for your help until my eyes are hurting.
4 I have more enemies than the hairs on my head. They hate me for no reason. They try hard to destroy me. My enemies tell lies about me. They say I stole from them and they demand that I pay for things I did not steal.
5 God, you know my faults. I cannot hide my sins from you.
6 My Lord GOD All-Powerful, don’t let me embarrass your followers. God of Israel, don’t let me bring disgrace to those who worship you.
7 My face is covered with shame. I carry this shame for you.
8 My own brothers treat me like a stranger. They act as if I came from a foreign land.
9 My strong devotion to your Temple is destroying me. Those who insult you are also insulting me.