Psalm 54:1-2, NLT

Psalm 54

A Plea for God’s Rescue

For the choir director: A psalm*54: title Hebrew maskil. This may be a literary or musical term. of David, regarding the time the Ziphites came and said to Saul, “We know where David is hiding.” To be accompanied by stringed instruments.

1Come with great power, O God, and rescue me!

Defend me with your might.

2Listen to my prayer, O God.

Pay attention to my plea.

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