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64 lines
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Psalm 17A Prayer for Protection
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1. Lord, hear a just cause;
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pay attention to my cry;
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listen to my prayer--
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from lips free of deceit.
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2. Let my vindication come from you,
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for you see what is right.
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3. You have tested my heart;
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you have examined me at night.
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You have tried me and found nothing evil;
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I have determined that my mouth will not sin.
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4. Concerning what people do:
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by the words from your lips
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I have avoided the ways of the violent.
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5. My steps are on your paths;
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my feet have not slipped.
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6. I call on you, God,
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because you will answer me;
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listen closely to me; hear what I say.
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7. Display the wonders of your faithful love,
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Savior of all who seek refuge
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from those who rebel against your right hand.
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8. Protect me as the pupil of your eye;
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hide me in the shadow of your wings
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9. from the wicked who treat me violently,
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my deadly enemies who surround me.
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10. They are uncaring;
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their mouths speak arrogantly.
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11. They advance against me; now they surround me.
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They are determined
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to throw me to the ground.
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12. They are like a lion eager to tear,
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like a young lion lurking in ambush.
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13. Rise up, Lord!
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Confront him; bring him down.
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With your sword, save me from the wicked.
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14. With your hand, Lord, save me from men,
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from men of the world
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whose portion is in this life:
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You fill their bellies with what you have in store;
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their sons are satisfied,
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and they leave their surplus to their children.
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15. But I will see your face in righteousness;
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when I awake, I will be satisfied with your presence.
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