Psalms 61 (TFTU)
1 God, listen to me,and answer my prayer [DOU]! 2 While I am discouraged and far from my home,I am calling out to you. Lead me to the place that is like a high rock [MET]on top of which I will be safe. 3 You have been my refuge;you have been like a strong tower [MET] in which I am safe from being attacked by my enemies. 4 Allow me to live close to your temple all during my life [HYP]!Allow me to be safe [MET], like a little bird is safe under its mother’s wings.(Think about that!) 5 God, you heard me when I solemnly promised to give offerings to you;you have given to me the blessings that belong to those who have an awesome respect for you [MTY]. 6 I am the king of Israel; please allow me to live and rule for many years,and allow my descendants to rule also. 7 Allow us to rule forever while you observe us;watch over us while you faithfully love us and do for us what you promised. 8 If you do that, I will always sing to praise you [MTY]while I offer to you each day the sacrifices that I promised to give to you.