A Prayer of the Lowly One

Jehovah God, I call to you and ask you:
“Hear my prayer.”
My wounds are deep and slow to heal
My load is hard to bear
Despondent thoughts and disappointed hopes
Have left me weak
O God of comfort, care for me
Your favor I do seek

Do raise me up; help me endure
When I’m in doubt, make my hope sure
From deep despair, I turn to you
Jehovah God, my strength renew

Your word has been my comfort and
A refuge when I’m weak
Expressing feelings dear to me
In words I cannot speak
Please build in me the faith and trust
That your word does impart
And help me always know your love
Is greater than my heart

Do raise me up; help me endure
When I’m in doubt, make my hope sure
From deep despair, I turn to you
Jehovah God, my strength renew