<Psalms 3

[1] O Lord, I have so many enemies; so many are against me.

[2] So many are saying, “God will never rescue him!” Interlude

[3] But you, O Lord, are a shield around me; you are my glory, the one who holds my head high.

[4] I cried out to the Lord, and he answered me from his holy mountain. Interlude

[5] I lay down and slept, yet I woke up in safety, for the Lord was watching over me.

[6] I am not afraid of ten thousand enemies who surround me on every side.

[7] Arise, O Lord! Rescue me, my God! Slap all my enemies in the face! Shatter the teeth of the wicked!

[8] Victory comes from you, O Lord. May you bless your people. Interlude