for evil men will lose their power, but the Lord sustains the godly.
Then from the wicked the light is withheld, and the arm raised in violence is broken.
Break the arm of the wicked and evil man! Hold him accountable for his wicked deeds, which he thought you would not discover.
The Lord supports all who fall, and lifts up all who are bent over.
Even if he trips, he will not fall headlong, for the Lord holds his hand.
As for me, you uphold me because of my integrity; you allow me permanent access to your presence.
Let me again experience the joy of your deliverance! Sustain me by giving me the desire to obey!
My soul pursues you; your right hand upholds me.
Don’t be afraid, for I am with you! Don’t be frightened, for I am your God! I strengthen you – yes, I help you – yes, I uphold you with my saving right hand!
“Here is my servant whom I support, my chosen one in whom I take pleasure. I have placed my spirit on him; he will make just decrees for the nations.
Moab’s might will be crushed. Its power will be broken. I, the Lord, affirm it!
Now to the one who is able to keep you from falling, and to cause you to stand, rejoicing, without blemish before his glorious presence,
In fact, days are coming when I will remove your strength and the strength of your father’s house. There will not be an old man in your house!