Ruin

Ruin
O Lord, I am facing ruin.
Are you turning away from me?
My soul whithers away like a flower in the desert.
Will those who watch, gloat over my failure.
Will they say, "God can't be trusted."
Not for my sake, but for theirs,
Answer my prayers, hear my groaning.
Do not delay.
My demise is close at hand.

Speak the word and I am free.
Let my heart rejoice in your comfort.
Let my ears be deaf to those who would scoff.
May your Spirit intercede on my behalf.
May your angels do battle against the enemy.
Hear my prayer - I wait for you.
You do all things well.
You see beyond the moment.
I will rest in you.