A New Psalm 57

Have mercy on me and mine, O God, 

have mercy on us;

You are our refuge. 
We hide in the shadow of your wings 
and await your vindication.

We cry out to you, God Most High,

begging you to fulfill your purpose in and for us. 
Send your hosts from heaven and save us, 
scattering those who lie, slander, and attack.

Send your love and faithfulness

as our defense against hateful beasts, 

who snarl and claw, 

rant and rage.

Just do your thing, God;
show your strength and glory.
Make our hearts steadfast, O God; 
let us sing and make music,
praising you so loud
and serving you so passionately
that we will keep the day awake
and prevent the night from getting any sleep.

We will praise you, O Lord, no matter what;
we will serve you to our last breaths. 
For your love stretches all the way to the heavens; 
your faithfulness extends from our little place
to the outermost reaches of the universe.

Just do your thing, God;
show your strength and glory.

(based on Psalm 57; photo by Tama66 via pixabay.com)