I love the LORD, because he listens to my voice, and my cries for mercy.
Because he has turned his ear to me, therefore I will call on him as long as I live.
The cords of death surrounded me, the pains of Sheol got a hold of me.
I found trouble and sorrow.
Then I called on the LORD’s name: “LORD, I beg you, deliver my soul.”
The LORD is gracious and righteous.
Yes, our God is merciful.
The LORD preserves the simple.
I was brought low, and he saved me.
Return to your rest, my soul, for the LORD has dealt bountifully with you.