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But me? I said, "LORD, have mercy on me! Heal me because I have sinned against you."
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My enemies speak maliciously about me: "When will he die and his name disappear?"
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Whenever they come to visit, they say nothing of value. Their hearts collect evil gossip; once they leave, they tell it to everybody.
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All of those who hate me talk about me, whispering to each other, plotting evil against me:
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"Some horrible thing has been poured into him; the next time he lies down, he won't get up.
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Even my good friend, the one I trusted, who shared my food, has kicked me with his heel—a betrayer!
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But you, LORD, please have mercy on me and lift me up so I can pay them back!
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Then I'll know you are pleased with me because my enemy won't be shouting in triumph over me.
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You support me in my integrity; you put me in your presence forever.
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Bless the LORD, the God of Israel, from forever to forever! Amen and Amen!