I pray to you, O Lord,
in the time of your favor;
in your great love, O God,
answer me with your
sure salvation.

Rescue me from the mire,
do not let me sink;
deliver me from those
who hate me,
from the deep waters.

Do not let the floodwaters
engulf me
or the depths swallow me up
or the pit close its mouth
over me.
Answer me, O Lord, out of
the goodness of your love;
in your great mercy turn to me.

(Psalm 69:13-16 NIV)