[1] I love the LORD, because he heard my voice. He heard my cry for his help. [2] Because he paid attention to me, I will call out to him as long as I live. [3] The ropes of death were wrapped around me. The horrors of the grave came over me. I was overcome by sadness and sorrow. [4] Then I called out to the LORD. I cried out, “LORD, save me!” [5] The LORD is holy and kind. Our God is full of tender love. [6] The LORD takes care of those who are not aware of danger. When I was in great need, he saved me. [7] I said to myself, “Be calm. The LORD has been good to me.” [8] LORD, you have saved me from death. You have dried the tears from my eyes. You have kept me from tripping and falling. [9] So now I can enjoy life here with you while I’m still living. [10] I trusted in the LORD even when I said to myself, “I am in great pain.” [11] When I was terrified, I said to myself, “No one tells the truth.” [12] The LORD has been so good to me! How can I ever pay him back? [13] I will bring an offering of wine to the LORD and thank him for saving me. I will worship him. [14] In front of all the LORD’s people, I will do what I promised him. [15] The LORD pays special attention when his faithful people die. [16] LORD, I serve you. I serve you just as my mother did. You have set me free from the chains of my suffering. [17] LORD, I will sacrifice a thank offering to you. I will worship you. [18] In front of all the LORD’s people, I will do what I promised him. [19] I will keep my promise in the courtyards of the LORD’s temple. I will keep my promise in Jerusalem itself. Praise the LORD.
