Psalms, chapter 20

A Prayer for Victory

I pray that the Lord will listen

when you are in trouble,

and that the God of Jacob will keep youP safe.

²May the Lord send help from his temple

and come to your rescue from Mount ZionG.

³May he remember your gifts

and be pleased with what you bring.

⁴May God do what you want most

and let all go well for you.

⁵Then you will win victories, and we will celebrate,

while raising our banners in the name of our God.

May the Lord answer all your prayers!

⁶I am certain, Lord, that you will help your chosen king.

You will answer my prayers

from your holy place in heaven,

and you will save me with your mighty armI.

⁷Some people trust the power of chariotsH or horses,

but we trust you, Lord God.

⁸Others will stumble and fall,

but we will be strong and stand firm.

⁹Give the king victory, Lord, and answer our prayers.*