Bow Down Your Ear, Oh Lord 1. Bow down Your ear, oh Lord, And hear my plea: For I am poor, and I am needy. Preserve my soul from wrong; For I am Yours, And You are my God. Save me, Your servant; I put my trust in You. 2. Lord, unto me show mercy, I cry to You. Give me Your joy, for I am Your servant. I lift my soul to You: For You are good, And quick to forgive; Plenteous in mercy To all who call to You, who call to You. Text: Psalm 86:1-5