Psalm 20

Psalm 20 – A Prayer for Victory

For the leader. A psalm of David.

1The Lord answer you in the day of distress,

the name of the Jacob’s God protect you,

2sending you help from the temple,

out of Zion supporting you.

3All your meal-offerings may he remember,

your burnt-offerings look on with favor. Selah

4May he grant you your heart’s desire,

and bring all your plans to pass.

5We will shout then for joy at your victory,

and rejoice in the name of our God.

May the Lord grant your every request.

6Now I am sure that the Lord

will help his anointed.

From his temple in heaven he will answer

by his mighty triumphant right hand.

7Some in chariots are strong, some in horses;

but our strength is the Lord our God.

8They will totter and fall,

while we rise and stand firm.

9Give victory, Lord, to the king,

and answer us when we call.