[1] LORD, you are my Light and my Savior, so why should I be afraid of anyone? The LORD is where my life is safe, so I will be afraid of no one! [2] Evil people might attack me. They might try to destroy my body. Yes, my enemies might attack me and try to destroy me, but they will stumble and fall. [3] Even if an army surrounds me, I will not be afraid. Even if people attack me in war, I will trust in the Lord. [4] I ask only one thing from the LORD. This is what I want most: Let me live in the LORD's house all my life, enjoying the LORD's beauty and spending time in his palace. [5] He will protect me when I am in danger. He will hide me in his tent. He will take me up to his place of safety. [6] If he will help me defeat the enemies around me, I will offer sacrifices in his tent with shouts of joy. I will sing and play songs to honor the LORD. [7] LORD, hear my voice. Be kind and answer me. [8] My heart told me to come to you, LORD, so I am coming to ask for your help. [9] Don't turn away from me. Don't be angry with your servant. You are the only one who can help me. My God, don't leave me all alone. You are my Savior. [10] Even if my mother and father leave me, the LORD will take me in. [11] I have enemies, LORD, so teach me your ways. Show me the right way to live. [12] My enemies have attacked me. They have told lies about me and have tried to hurt me. [13] But I really believe that I will see the LORD's goodness before I die. [14] Wait for the LORD's help. Be strong and brave, and wait for the LORD's help.
