Psalm 13: How Long, O Lord

✝️ Psalm 13: From Despair to Trust

“How long, O Lord? Will You forget me forever?” — Psalm 13:1

“But I have trusted in Your steadfast love; my heart shall rejoice in Your salvation.” — Psalm 13:5

🎵 Song Title: “How Long, O Lord? (Psalm 13)”

🎯 Theme:

A lament that begins with painful questions — “Where are You, God?” — and ends with praise and trust in God’s unfailing love. A powerful song of vulnerability, perfect for times of waiting, suffering, and healing.

🎶 Lyrics (Based on Psalm 13:1–6)

Verse 1 (Psalm 13:1–2)

How long, O Lord? Will You forget?

Will You hide Your face from my regret?

How long must I wrestle with my soul,

And sorrow in my heart unfold?

Verse 2 (Psalm 13:2–3)

How long will my enemy rise above,

As I cry out for Your love?

Look on me, Lord, and give me light,

Don’t let the darkness steal my sight.

Chorus (Psalm 13:5)

But I will trust in Your great love,

My soul still sings, though storms may come.

I will rejoice in what You’ve done —

You are my Savior, You are enough.

Verse 3 (Psalm 13:4)

Don’t let my foes say, “We have won!”

Let not their joy rise with the sun.

Hear my cry, O Lord so near,

Wipe away each falling tear.

Final Chorus (Psalm 13:5–6)

But I will trust in mercy strong,

You’ve been my song all along.

I will sing, for You’ve been good —

My heart will praise You, as it should.