Psalms Chapter 143

1. A Psalm of David. Hear my prayer, O Lord, give ear to my supplications; in your faithfulness answer me, and in your righteousness.
2. And do not enter into judgment with your servant; for in your sight no living man shall be justified.
3. For the enemy has persecuted my soul; he has crushed my life down to the ground; he has made me dwell in darkness, like those who have been long dead.
4. Therefore my spirit faints inside me; my heart inside me is appalled.
5. I remember the days of old; I meditate on all your works; I muse on the work of your hands.
6. I stretch forth my hands to you; my soul thirsts after you, like a parched land. Selah.
7. Answer me speedily, O Lord; my spirit fails; do not hide your face from me, lest I be like those who go down into the pit.
8. Let me hear your loving kindness in the morning; for in you I trust; let me know the path where I should walk; for I lift up my soul to you.
9. Save me, O Lord, from my enemies; I flee to you to hide me.
10. Teach me to do your will; for you are my God; let your good spirit lead me to a level land.
11. Revive me, O Lord, for your name’s sake; for your righteousness’ sake bring my soul out of trouble.
12. And in your loving kindness cut off my enemies, and destroy all those who afflict my soul; for I am your servant.