A Song of Ascents (scripture in songs series). Words taken from the New King James Version (NKJV). A psalm that speaks of waiting for the redemption of the Lord. (Suitable for congregational singing).

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The psalmist in distress professes his hope in prayer, his patience in hope, and exhorts Israel to hope in God. Written for use in worship.

1 Out of the depths I have cried to You, O LORD;
2 Lord, hear my voice!
Let Your ears be attentive
To the voice of my supplications.

3 If You, LORD, should mark iniquities,
O Lord, who could stand?
4 But there is forgiveness with You,
That You may be feared.

5 I wait for the LORD, my soul waits,
And in His word I do hope.
6 My soul waits for the Lord
More than those who watch for the morning014
Yes, more than those who watch for the morning.

7 O Israel, hope in the LORD;
For with the LORD there is mercy,
And with Him is abundant redemption.
8 And He shall redeem Israel
From all his iniquities.