Morning Psalm

Psalm 61

¹ Hear my cry, O God, *

and listen to my prayer. 

² I call upon you from the ends of the earth

with heaviness in my heart; *

set me upon the rock that is higher than I. 

³ For you have been my refuge, *

a strong tower against the enemy. 

⁴ I will dwell in your house for ever; *

I will take refuge under the cover of your wings. 

⁵ For you, O God, have heard my vows; *

you have granted me the heritage of those who fear your Name. 

⁶ Add length of days to the king's life; *

let his years extend over many generations. 

⁷ Let him sit enthroned before God for ever; *

bid love and faithfulness watch over him. 

⁸ So will I always sing the praise of your Name, *

and day by day I will fulfill my vows.