I’ll always have an answer for those who mock me because I trust in your word.
I’m the example of failure and shame to all who see me. They just walk by me, shaking their heads.
Lord, never forget the promises you’ve made to me, for they are my hope and confidence.
May all your devoted lovers see how you treat me and be glad, for your words are entwined with my heart.
I’m lovesick with yearnings for more of your salvation, for my heart is entwined with your Word.
Listen to how they whisper their slander against me, saying: “Look! He’s hopeless! Even God can’t save him from this!” Pause in his presence
Their wounding words pierce my heart over and over while they say, “Where is this God of yours?”
What harm could a man bring to me? With God on my side, I will not be afraid of what comes. The roaring praises of God fill my heart as I trust his promises.
My son, when you walk in wisdom, my heart is filled with gladness, for the way you live is proof that I’ve not taught you in vain.
They said to him, “Our master, we remember that this imposter claimed that he would rise from the dead after three days.
So men, keep up your courage! I know that God will protect you, just as he told me he would.