So I made a vow in my anger, ‘They will never enter into the resting place I had set aside for them.’”

Ascribe to the Lord the splendor he deserves! Bring an offering and enter his courts!

For he will look down from his sanctuary above; from heaven the Lord will look toward earth,

He established the earth on its foundations; it will never be upended.

He always remembers his covenantal decree, the promise he made to a thousand generations –

May his children roam around begging, asking for handouts as they leave their ruined home!

He executes judgment against the nations; he fills the valleys with corpses; he shatters their heads over the vast battlefield.

He gives food to his faithful followers; he always remembers his covenant.

In the darkness a light shines for the godly, for each one who is merciful, compassionate, and just.

Sustain me as you promised, so that I will live. Do not disappoint me!

For this reason I carefully follow all your precepts. I hate all deceitful actions.

I am up before dawn crying for help. I find hope in your word.

See if there is any idolatrous tendency in me, and lead me in the reliable ancient path!

The Lord supports all who fall, and lifts up all who are bent over.

and execute the judgment to which their enemies have been sentenced. All his loyal followers will be vindicated. Praise the Lord!

Praise the Lord! Praise God in his sanctuary! Praise him in the sky, which testifies to his strength!

Then you will understand righteousness and justice and equity – every good way.

to deliver you from the adulteress, from the sexually loose woman who speaks flattering words;

Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor.

How long, you sluggard, will you lie there? When will you rise from your sleep?