PSALM 31:1-5, 19-24
METER: CM (86 86)
SUGGESTED TUNE: ST. ANNE
This is the meter to such hymns as "O God, Our Help in Ages Past."
1. In you, O Lord, I seek refuge,
Let me not be ashamed;
In righteousness deliver me.
Turn to me, save me now!
2. A rock of refuge be to me,
A fortress strong to save.
You're my defense, Lord; for your sake
Lead and direct my ways.
3. Take me out of the hidden trap,
For you are my refuge.
Into your hands I place myself;
You saved me, faithful God.
4. How plenteous is your goodness, Lord,
Which you laid up for those
Who always place their trust in you,
As seen by humankind.
5. Your presence hides them from the plots
And schemes of wicked ones.
You shelter them and keep them safe
From the abuse of tongues.
6. Blest be the Lord, who wondrously
Has shown his love to me.
When I was under siege, he heard
Me when I cried for help.
7. O love the Lord, all faithful ones!
For he preserves your life,
But punishes the haughty one.
Be strong, wait for the Lord!
Stanzas 1-3 reprinted by permission of the publisher from Sing the Psalms! by Dale A. Schoening. Copyright 1988 Dale A. Schoening. Stanzas 4-7 copyright 2002 Dale A. Schoening.
