1.7 KiB
Psalm 17
- O LORD, hear my plea for justice.
Listen to my cry for help.
Pay attention to my prayer,
for it comes from honest lips.
- Declare me innocent,
for you see those who do right.
- You have tested my thoughts and examined my heart in the night.
You have scrutinized me and found nothing wrong.
I am determined not to sin in what I say.
- I have followed your commands,
which keep me from following cruel and evil people.
- My steps have stayed on your path;
I have not wavered from following you.
- I am praying to you because I know you will answer, O God.
Bend down and listen as I pray.
- Show me your unfailing love in wonderful ways.
By your mighty power you rescue
those who seek refuge from their enemies.
- Guard me as you would guard your own eyes.
Hide me in the shadow of your wings.
- Protect me from wicked people who attack me,
from murderous enemies who surround me.
- They are without pity.
Listen to their boasting!
- They track me down and surround me,
watching for the chance to throw me to the ground.
- They are like hungry lions, eager to tear me apart--
like young lions hiding in ambush.
- Arise, O LORD!
Stand against them, and bring them to their knees!
Rescue me from the wicked with your sword!
- By the power of your hand, O LORD,
destroy those who look to this world for their reward.
But satisfy the hunger of your treasured ones.
May their children have plenty,
leaving an inheritance for their descendants.
- Because I am righteous, I will see you.
When I awake, I will see you face to face and be satisfied.