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Though I walk straight into trouble,
    you preserve my life,
stretching out your hand
    to fight the vehemence of my enemies,
        and your right hand delivers me.
The Lord will complete what his purpose is for me.
    Lord, your gracious love is eternal;
        do not abandon your personal work in me.[a]

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  1. Psalm 138:8 Lit. abandon the work of your hand

Though I walk(A) in the midst of trouble,
    you preserve my life.(B)
You stretch out your hand(C) against the anger of my foes;(D)
    with your right hand(E) you save me.(F)
The Lord will vindicate(G) me;
    your love, Lord, endures forever(H)
    do not abandon(I) the works of your hands.(J)

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