Study Desk

No one can oppose you, because you have the power to do what you want.

That isn't true of those who are evil, because they are like straw blown by the wind.

I will tell the promise that the Lord made to me: "You are my son, because today I have become your father.

Show respect to his son because if you don't, the Lord might become furious and suddenly destroy you. But he blesses and protects everyone who runs to him.

I sleep and wake up refreshed because you, Lord , protect me.

because you protect and bless your people.

I can lie down and sleep soundly because you, Lord , will keep me safe.

You are my King and my God. Answer my cry for help because I pray to you.

Because of your great mercy, I come to your house, Lord , and I am filled with wonder as I bow down to worship at your holy temple.

You do what is right, and I ask you to guide me. Make your teaching clear because of my enemies.

Sorrow has made my eyes dim, and my sight has failed because of my enemies.

(Written by David. He sang this to the Lord because of Cush from the tribe of Benjamin.) You, Lord God, are my protector. Rescue me and keep me safe from all who chase me.

God Most High, I will rejoice; I will celebrate and sing because of you.

The poor can run to you because you are a fortress in times of trouble.

Everyone who honors your name can trust you, because you are faithful to all who depend on you.

and I will sing about you at the gate to Zion. I will be happy there because you rescued me.

The Lord is sitting in his sacred temple on his throne in heaven. He knows everything we do because he sees us all.

I trust your love, and I feel like celebrating because you rescued me.

But you will be frightened, because God is on the side of every good person.

Only you can say that I am innocent, because only your eyes can see the truth.