A Psalm

Turn to me and be gracious to me,
for I am lonely and afflicted.
The troubles of my heart have multiplied;
free me from my anguish.
May integrity and uprightness protect me,
because my hope is in you.
Show me your ways, O Lord,
teach me your paths.
Guide me in your truth and teach me,
for you are God my Savior
and my hope is in you all day long.

For the sake of your name, O Lord,
forgive my iniquity, though it is great.
Test me, O Lord, and try me,
examine my heart and my mind.
Do not hide your face from me,
do not turn your servant away in anger.
Do not reject me or forsake me,
O God my Savior.
Remember, O Lord, your great mercy and love,
for they are from of old.
My eyes are forever on the Lord,
for only he will release my feet from the snare.

Hear my cry for mercy
as I call to you for help;
as I lift my hands towards your Most Holy Place.
Turn your ear to me,
come quickly to my rescue;
be my rock of refuge,
a strong fortress to save me.

Who is this King of Glory?
The Lord Almighty-
He is the King of Glory.
Praise be to the Lord,
for he showed his wonderful love to me.
Be strong and take heart,
all you who hope in the Lord.
Rejoice in the Lord and be glad, you righteous.
Sing, all you who are upright in heart!

(taken from Psalms 25-28, 31, & 32)