Like a bull with mighty horns, the Lord protects his faithful nation Israel, because they belong to him. Shout praises to the Lord!
Our Lord, you will destroy the power of evil people, but you will give strength to those who are good.
Christ came and preached peace to you Gentiles, who were far from God, and peace to us Jews, who were near God.
Hannah prayed: You make me strong and happy, Lord. You rescued me. Now I can be glad and laugh at my enemies.
But you are God's chosen and special people. You are a group of royal priests and a holy nation. God has brought you out of darkness into his marvelous light. Now you must tell all the wonderful things he has done. The Scriptures say,
Offer your praises to him, because you have seen him work such terrifying miracles for you.
They will always be remembered and greatly praised, because they were kind and freely gave to the poor.
and you were far from God. But Christ offered his life's blood as a sacrifice and brought you near God.
Punish them as they deserve; this is the privilege of God's faithful people. Shout praises to the Lord!
You Gentiles are no longer strangers and foreigners. You are citizens with everyone else who belongs to the family of God.
Your mighty power is a light for all nations, and it will bring honor to your people Israel.”
God drags strong rulers from their thrones and puts humble people in places of power.
You, Lord, are the one I praise. So heal me and rescue me! Then I will be completely well and perfectly safe.
All creation will thank you, and your loyal people will praise you.
You have given me the strength of a wild ox, and you have chosen me to be your very own.
Your own glorious power makes us strong, and because of your kindness, our strength increases.
Our Lord and our King, the Holy One of Israel, you are truly our shield.