Psalm 3 (Pray every day for week three)
By King David, at the time he fled from his son Absalom.
A Prayer of Hope
1 O Lord, even members of my own family are against me.
What happened to the stability of my family tree?
2 So many are saying, "Do you not see?
Even God can not help you through this stormy sea."
3 But you, O Lord, are a shield around me;
You are my glory, the One who holds my head high.
4 It is to you, O Lord, to whom I now cry,
Believing that you will be attentive to my mournful sigh.
Please answer my pray, lest I die.
5 Now I will lay down and sleep,
Trusting to you my safety to keep.
Assure me that you are watching over me,
Saving me from being afraid of my enemy,
7 Arise this morning, O Lord, and have your say.
Rescue your servant on this very day.
Put all my enemies in their place.
Expand my territory and give me space.
8 Help me to accept your blessing in this race,
As we communicate forever face to face.
