[1] Praise the LORD! Great blessings belong to those who fear and respect the LORD, who are happy to do what he commands. [2] Their descendants will be given power on earth. Those who do right will be greatly blessed. [3] Their family will be very rich, and their goodness will continue forever. [4] A light shines in the dark for those who are good, for those who are merciful, kind, and fair. [5] It is good for people to be kind and generous and to be fair in business. [6] Such good people will never fall. They will always be remembered. [7] They will not be afraid of bad news. They are confident because they trust in the LORD. [8] They remain confident and without fear, so they defeat their enemies. [9] They freely give to the poor. Their goodness will continue forever. They will be honored with victory. [10] The wicked become angry when they see this. They grind their teeth in anger, but then they disappear. They will never get what they want most.
