The Lord protects those who love him, but he destroys all the wicked.

the one who made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them, who remains forever faithful,

The Lord protects those residing outside their native land; he lifts up the fatherless and the widow, but he opposes the wicked.

A song of ascents, by Solomon. If the Lord does not build a house, then those who build it work in vain. If the Lord does not guard a city, then the watchman stands guard in vain.

For the Lord promotes justice, and never abandons his faithful followers. They are permanently secure, but the children of evil men are wiped out.

For the music director; according to the al-tashcheth style; a prayer of David, written when Saul sent men to surround his house and murder him. Deliver me from my enemies, my God! Protect me from those who attack me!

If your sons keep my covenant and the rules I teach them, their sons will also sit on your throne forever.”