For we lie in the dirt, with our bellies pressed to the ground.

They trust in their wealth and boast in their great riches.

For you hate instruction and reject my words.

Because you favor Zion, do what is good for her! Fortify the walls of Jerusalem!

My heart beats violently within me; the horrors of death overcome me.

As for me, I will call out to God, and the Lord will deliver me.

Indeed, you are my shelter, a strong tower that protects me from the enemy.

You guide me by your wise advice, and then you will lead me to a position of honor.

because they did not have faith in God, and did not trust his ability to deliver them.

He gave a command to the clouds above, and opened the doors in the sky.

He drove his enemies back; he made them a permanent target for insults.

Then I would quickly subdue their enemies, and attack their adversaries.”

O Lord who rules over all, how blessed are those who trust in you!

Make your servant glad, for to you, O Lord, I pray!

I have discovered David, my servant. With my holy oil I have anointed him as king.

I will punish their rebellion by beating them with a club, their sin by inflicting them with bruises.

His dynasty will last forever. His throne will endure before me, like the sun,

Certainly you will see it with your very own eyes – you will see the wicked paid back.

No harm will overtake you; no illness will come near your home.

Take notice of this, you ignorant people! You fools, when will you ever understand?