They are absolutely terrified, for God defends the godly.

Smoke ascended from his nose; fire devoured as it came from his mouth; he hurled down fiery coals.

He shrouded himself in darkness, in thick rain clouds.

You destroy their offspring from the earth, their descendants from among the human race.

You are the reason I offer praise in the great assembly; I will fulfill my promises before the Lord’s loyal followers.

Come children! Listen to me! I will teach you what it means to fear the Lord.

The godly cry out and the Lord hears; he saves them from all their troubles.

The Lord is near the brokenhearted; he delivers those who are discouraged.

Then you will take delight in the Lord, and he will answer your prayers.

My heart beats quickly; my strength leaves me; I can hardly see.

I have told the great assembly about your justice. Look! I spare no words! O Lord, you know this is true.

God looks down from heaven at the human race, to see if there is anyone who is wise and seeks God.

No! You plan how to do what is unjust; you deal out violence in the earth.

For the music director; to be played on a stringed instrument; written by David. O God, hear my cry for help! Pay attention to my prayer!

Give the king long life! Make his lifetime span several generations!

whenever I remember you on my bed, and think about you during the nighttime hours.

They encourage one another to carry out their evil deed. They plan how to hide snares, and boast, “Who will see them?”

The Lord speaks; many, many women spread the good news.

I will sing praises to God’s name! I will magnify him as I give him thanks!

A psalm by Asaph. Certainly God is good to Israel, and to those whose motives are pure!