Prayer for Protection against Oppressors. A Prayer of David. 1Hear a just cause, O LORD, give heed to my cry; Give ear to my prayer, which is not from deceitful lips. 
      2Let my judgment come forth from Your presence; 
      3You have tried my heart; 
      4As for the deeds of men, by the word of Your lips 
      5My steps have held fast to Your paths. 
      6I have called upon You, for You will answer me, O God; 
      7Wondrously show Your lovingkindness, 
      8Keep me as the apple of the eye; 
      9From the wicked who despoil me, 
      10They have closed their unfeeling heart, 
      11They have now surrounded us in our steps; 
      12He is like a lion that is eager to tear, 
      13Arise, O LORD, confront him, bring him low; 
      14From men with Your hand, O LORD, 
      15As for me, I shall behold Your face in righteousness; New American Standard Bible Copyright © 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1977, 1995 by The Lockman Foundation, La Habra, Calif. All rights reserved. For Permission to Quote Information visit http://www.lockman.org Bible Apps  | 



