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Cum invocaremBCP p. 5871Answer me when I call, O God, defender of my cause; *you set me free when I am hard-pressed; have mercy on me and hear my prayer.
2“You mortals, how long will you dishonor my glory; *how long will you worship dumb idols and run after false gods?”
3Know that the Lord does wonders for the faithful; *when I call upon the Lord, he will hear me.
4Tremble, then, and do not sin; *speak to your heart in silence upon your bed.
5Offer the appointed sacrifices *and put your trust in the Lord.
6Many are saying, “Oh, that we might see better times!” *Lift up the light of your countenance upon us, O Lord.
7You have put gladness in my heart, *more than when grain and wine and oil increase.
8I lie down in peace; at once I fall asleep; *for only you, Lord, make me dwell in safety.