Psalm 16:1-Psalm 17:1 - Confidence In The Lord

1 A prayer of David. Protect me, O God, for I have taken shelter in you. 2 I say to the Lord, "You are the Lord, my only source of well-being." 3 As for God's chosen people who are in the land, and the leading officials I admired so much -- 4 their troubles multiply, they desire other gods. I will not pour out drink offerings of blood to their gods, nor will I make vows in the name of their gods.

5 Lord, you give me stability and prosperity; you make my future secure. 6 It is as if I have been given fertile fields or received a beautiful tract of land.

7 I will praise the Lord who guides me; yes, during the night I reflect and learn. 8 I constantly trust in the Lord; because he is at my right hand, I will not be upended.

9 So my heart rejoices and I am happy; My life is safe. 10 You will not abandon me to Sheol; you will not allow your faithful follower to see the Pit. 11 You lead me in the path of life; I experience absolute joy in your presence; you always give me sheer delight.

1 A prayer of David. Lord, consider my just cause! Pay attention to my cry for help! Listen to the prayer I sincerely offer!


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