Psalm 142 (A special psalm and a prayer by David when he was in the cave.) A Prayer for Help I pray to you, Lord.     I beg for mercy. I tell You all of my worries     and my troubles, and whenever I feel low,  You are there to guide me. A trap has been hidden     along my pathway. Even if You look,  You won’t see anyone     who cares enough     to walk beside me. There is no place to hide,     and no one who really cares. I pray to You, Lord! You are my place of safety and You are my choice     in the land of the living. Please answer my prayer.     I am completely helpless. Help me! They are chasing me and they are too strong. Rescue me from this prison,     so I can praise Your name. And when your people notice your wonderful kindness to me, they will rush to my side. Amen!