1 In times of trouble, may the lord answer your cry.May the name of the God of Jacob keep you safe from all harm.
2 May he send you help from his sanctuaryand strengthen you from Jerusalem.
3 May he remember all your giftsand look favorably on your burnt offerings.Interlude
4 May he grant your heart’s desiresand make all your plans succeed.
5 May we shout for joy when we hear of your victoryand raise a victory banner in the name of our God.May the lord answer all your prayers.