Psalm 63

A psalm of David. When he was in the Desert of Judah.

O God, you're my God, whom I earnestly seek;
my soul thirsts for you in this sand.
My whole body yearning for you, as a creek
in this parched and dry, thirsty land.

In your sanctuary I look, and I see
your glory and powerful ways.
Because your love's better than life is to me,
my lips glorify you with praise.

​I'll bless you as long as my heart still has beats;
my hands to your name will I raise.
My soul's satisfied as the choicest of meats;
my mouth ever singing your praise.

At night, on my bed, I'll remember you then;
my thoughts turn to you all night long.
Because you have helped me again and again,
​I'll rest in your wings with a song.

​My soul clings to you just as tight as it can;
your right hand encircles me round.
Those seeking my downfall will fail with their plan,
and enter the depths of the ground.

​They'll fall by the edge of the sword and lay there
as food for the fox to be filled.
The king will rejoice in God with those who swear,
while mouths of the liars are stilled.