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God, please hear my cry for help; please listen to my prayer.
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From this distant place, far from home, I cry out to you as my courage fails. Take me to a rock high above me where I will be safe,*
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for you are my protection, a strong tower where my enemies cannot attack me.
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Let me live with you* forever; protect me under the shelter of your wings. Selah.
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For you, God, have heard the promises I've made. You have given all those who love your character your special blessing.*
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Please give the king many extra years; may his reign last through generations.
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May he always live in your presence; may your trustworthy love and faithfulness protect him.
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Then I will always sing praises to you, and every day I will keep my promises to you.