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40:1  I waited patiently for the Lord's help; then he listened to me and heard my cry.
40:2  He pulled me out of a dangerous pit, out of the deadly quicksand. He set me safely on a rock and made me secure.
40:3  He taught me to sing a new song, a song of praise to our God. Many who see this will take warning and will put their trust in the Lord.
40:4  Happy are those who trust the Lord, who do not turn to idols or join those who worship false gods.
40:5  You have done many things for us, O Lord our God; there is no one like you! You have made many wonderful plans for us. I could never speak of them all— their number is so great!
40:6  You do not want sacrifices and offerings; you do not ask for animals burned whole on the altar or for sacrifices to take away sins. Instead, you have given me ears to hear you,
40:7  and so I answered, “Here I am; your instructions for me are in the book of the Law.
40:8  How I love to do your will, my God! I keep your teaching in my heart.”
40:9  In the assembly of all your people, Lord, I told the good news that you save us. You know that I will never stop telling it.
40:10  I have not kept the news of salvation to myself; I have always spoken of your faithfulness and help. In the assembly of all your people I have not been silent about your loyalty and constant love.
40:11  Lord, I know you will never stop being merciful to me. Your love and loyalty will always keep me safe.
40:12  I am surrounded by many troubles— too many to count! My sins have caught up with me, and I can no longer see; they are more than the hairs of my head, and I have lost my courage.
40:13  Save me, Lord! Help me now!
40:14  May those who try to kill me be completely defeated and confused. May those who are happy because of my troubles be turned back and disgraced.
40:15  May those who make fun of me be dismayed by their defeat.
40:16  May all who come to you be glad and joyful. May all who are thankful for your salvation always say, “How great is the Lord!”
40:17  I am weak and poor, O Lord, but you have not forgotten me. You are my savior and my God— hurry to my aid!