Defend Me, Lord, from Shame

Verse 1

Defend me, Lord, from shame, For still I trust in Thee; Since just and righteous is Thy Name, From trouble set me free. O Lord, in mercy hear, Deliver me with speed; Be my defense and refuge near, My help in time of need.

Verse 2

Thee for my rock I take, My fortress and my stay; O lead me for Thy own Name's sake And guide me in Thy way. Lord, Thou dost strength impart; Then free me from the snare Which foes for me, with wicked art, Did secretly prepare.

Verse 3

My spirit unto Thee I trustfully commend; Jehovah, God of truth, to me Thou didst redemption send. I hate the false and vain, My trust is in the Lord, And still my heart in joyous strain Thy mercy will record.