Psalms of David - Modern Translation - Psalm 79

O God, sorrow has fallen upon Your people,
our home has been left in ruins.

The sacred places are defiled,
the streets are filled with grief.

Those who oppose Your ways mock us,
they say, "Where is their God?"

How long, O Lord?
Will sorrow overshadow us forever?
Will You not bring comfort to the suffering?

Pour out Your compassion upon us,
for we are weary with pain.

Do not hold against us the wrongs of the past,
but let Your mercy meet us today.

For we are in need of Your kindness,
O God of our salvation,
rescue us for the sake of Your love.

Let those who doubt see Your goodness,
let the world know that You are our refuge.

We will not forget Your faithfulness,
from this day and throughout all time,
we will sing of Your praise forever.