24 I say, “My God, do not take me

in the middle of my life!D

Your years continue through all generations.ad

25 Long ago you established the earth,

and the heavens are the work of your hands.ae

26 They will perish, but you will endure;

all of them will wear out like clothing.

You will change them like a garment,

and they will pass away.af

27 But you are the same,

and your years will never end.ag