This brought him a reward, an eternal gift.

They lost their appetite for all food, and they drew near the gates of death.

His resolve is firm; he will not succumb to fear before he looks in triumph on his enemies.

From east to west the Lord’s name is deserving of praise.

I will keep your statutes. Do not completely abandon me!

Arrogant people do nothing but scoff at me. Yet I do not turn aside from your law.

until I find a place for the Lord, a fine dwelling place for the powerful ruler of Jacob.”

He said, “This will be my resting place forever; I will live here, for I have chosen it.

Let the wicked fall into their own nets, while I escape.

He sends his command through the earth; swiftly his order reaches its destination.

You men, how long will you try to turn my honor into shame? How long will you love what is worthless and search for what is deceptive? (Selah)

I am absolutely terrified, and you, Lord – how long will this continue?

He gives his chosen king magnificent victories; he is faithful to his chosen ruler, to David and his descendants forever.”

Deliver your people! Empower the nation that belongs to you! Care for them like a shepherd and carry them in your arms at all times!

I am dazed and completely humiliated; all day long I walk around mourning.

A psalm by Asaph. El, God, the Lord speaks, and summons the earth to come from the east and west.

For your loyal love extends beyond the sky, and your faithfulness reaches the clouds.

Who will lead me into the fortified city? Who will bring me to Edom?

How long will you threaten a man? All of you are murderers, as dangerous as a leaning wall or an unstable fence.

For the music director; according to the tune of “Lilies;” by David. Deliver me, O God, for the water has reached my neck.