[1] Deep in the hearts of the wicked a voice tells them to do wrong. They have no respect for God. [2] They lie to themselves. They don't see their own faults, so they are not sorry for what they do. [3] Their words are wicked lies. They have stopped doing anything wise or good. [4] They make wicked plans in bed at night. They choose a way of life that does no good. And they never say no to anything evil. [5] LORD, your faithful love reaches to the sky. Your faithfulness is as high as the clouds. [6] Your goodness is higher than the highest mountains. Your fairness is deeper than the deepest ocean. LORD, you protect people and animals. [7] Nothing is more precious than your loving kindness. All people can find protection close to you. [8] They get strength from all the good things in your house. You let them drink from your wonderful river. [9] The fountain of life flows from you. Your light lets us see light. [10] Continue to love those who really know you, and do good to those who are true to you. [11] Don't let proud people trap me. Don't let the wicked force me to run away. [12] Put this on their grave markers: "Here fell the wicked. They were crushed. They will never stand up again."
