Answer me when I call

This striking anthem opens with an earnest plea, Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness; have mercy on me and hear my prayer. The text, drawn from the Psalms, moves from a call for divine attention to a confident assurance: When I call upon the Lord, he will hear me. The composer then introduces a profound sense of peace and security, You have put gladness in my heart; in peace I will lie down and sleep, for it is you, Lord, only, who make me dwell in safety. Mark Liversidge's setting for SATB voices in English captures this spiritual journey from supplication to tranquil trust. The music is designed to reflect the devotional and hopeful nature of the text, making it a powerful addition to services or concerts.