Psalm 69

“Answer me, Lord, for Your mercy is good; according to the greatness of Your compassion, turn to me, and do not hide Your face from Your servant, for I am in distress; answer me quickly.” Psalm 69:16-17, (NASV)

When the waters rise and my children sink in the mire, oh Lord, save them. Let not floods engulf them nor let the deep waters claim them. When they are weary, give them firm footing and hear their calls. Even when their enemies outnumber the hairs on their heads and people seek to destroy them, bring them not to shame or disgrace. Instead, consume them with a zeal for Your house as they weep and fast.

When my children are mocked, scorned, and ridiculed, give them strength. Answer them out of Your love in Your time of favor with a sure salvation. Rescue them from the mire, do not let them sink, and deliver them from the deep waters. Let not pits entrap them nor floods engulf them but answer them from the goodness of Your love. Turn to them and do not hide Your face. In the same way, draw near and rescue them so they may be redeemed from their foes. When my children’s hearts are crushed and they are left helpless, snare and blind their enemies. Pour out Your wrath and overtake their foes with Your fierce anger. Likewise, when my children are in pain and distress, May You protect them with Your salvation.

Oh Lord, may my children praise You with songs and glorify You with thanksgiving. Oh God, let my children see You and be glad, seeking after You with lifted hearts. Thank You for hearing their needs and loving them. I pray they will join with all heaven and earth, the seas and all which moves in them, in praise to You. Save them, oh God, and grant them an eternal inheritance so they may dwell with You forever.

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