Psalm 20

Psalm 20 ¹ For the director of music. A psalm of David. May the LORD answer you when you are in trouble. May the God of Jacob keep you safe.

² May he send you help from the sacred tent. May he give you aid from Zion.

³ May he remember all your sacrifices. May he accept your burnt offerings.

⁴ May he give you what your heart wishes for. May he make all your plans succeed.

⁵ May we shout for joy over your victory. May we lift up our flags in the name of our God. May the LORD give you everything you ask for.

⁶ Now I know that the LORD gives victory to his anointed king. He answers him from his sacred home in heaven. The power of God’s right hand gives victory to the king.

⁷ Some trust in chariots. Some trust in horses. But we trust in the LORD our God.

⁸ They are brought to their knees and fall down. But we get up and stand firm. ⁹ LORD, give victory to the king! Answer us when we call out to you!