Psalms of David - Modern Translation - Psalm 55

Listen to my prayer, O God,
do not turn away from my plea.

Hear me and answer,
for my heart is troubled within me.

Fear and trembling grip my soul,
and I long to fly away,
to find refuge in a place of peace,
far from the storm and the chaos.

Violence and strife fill the city,
destruction and deceit walk its streets.

If it were an enemy who taunted me, I could endure it,
but it is one I once trusted, a companion,
one with whom I shared sweet counsel,
walking together in the house of God.

But I will call upon You, O Lord,
and You will lift me up.

Morning, noon, and night I cry out,
and You hear my voice.
You rescue those who trust in You,
You bring peace to the weary soul.

Cast your burdens upon the Lord,
and He will sustain you;
He will never let the faithful be shaken.

But those who choose deceit and greed
will fall under the weight of their own hearts,
while I will trust in You forever.