Oh, the joys of those who trust the Lord, who have no confidence in the proud or in those who worship idols.
You rebuke the arrogant; those who wander from your commands are cursed.
But banish those who turn to crooked ways, O Lord. Take them away with those who do evil. May Israel have peace!
Those who despise flagrant sinners, and honor the faithful followers of the Lord, and keep their promises even when it hurts.
Submit to God’s royal son, or he will become angry, and you will be destroyed in the midst of all your activities— for his anger flares up in an instant. But what joy for all who take refuge in him!
Sing a new song of praise to him; play skillfully on the harp, and sing with joy.
Taste and see that the Lord is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in him!
Yes, you have been with me from birth; from my mother’s womb you have cared for me. No wonder I am always praising you!
Those who worship false gods turn their backs on all God’s mercies.