Psalm 61
New Living Translation
Chapter overview
Psalm 61 carries a faint cry from the ends of the earth toward a refuge beyond human reach. The psalmist asks for shelter, remembers a secure inheritance, and promises enduring praise under God's faithful protection.
RefugePrayerProtectionFaithfulness
1O God, listen to my cry! Hear my prayer!
2From the ends of the earth, I cry to you for help when my heart is overwhelmed. Lead me to the towering rock of safety,
3for you are my safe refuge, a fortress where my enemies cannot reach me.
4Let me live forever in your sanctuary, safe beneath the shelter of your wings! Interlude
5For you have heard my vows, O God. You have given me an inheritance reserved for those who fear your name.
6Add many years to the life of the king! May his years span the generations!
7May he reign under God’s protection forever. May your unfailing love and faithfulness watch over him.
8Then I will sing praises to your name forever as I fulfill my vows each day.
Verses to memorize from Psalm 61
- Psalm 61:3for you are my safe refuge, a fortress where my enemies cannot reach me.
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