[1] The Lord is my light and the one who saves me. So why should I fear anyone? The Lord protects my life. So why should I be afraid? [2] Evil people may try to destroy my body. My enemies and those who hate me attack me. But they are overwhelmed and defeated. [3] If an army surrounds me, I will not be afraid. If war breaks out, I will trust the Lord. [4] I ask only one thing from the Lord. This is what I want: Let me live in the Lord's house all my life. Let me see the Lord's beauty. Let me look around in his Temple. [5] During danger he will keep me safe in his shelter. He will hide me in his Holy Tent. Or he will keep me safe on a high mountain. [6] My head is higher than my enemies around me. I will offer joyful sacrifices in his Holy Tent. I will sing and praise the Lord. [7] Lord, hear me when I call. Be kind and answer me. [8] My heart said of you, "Go, worship him." So I come to worship you, Lord. [9] Do not turn away from me. Do not turn your servant away in anger. You have helped me. Do not push me away or leave me alone, God, my Savior. [10] If my father and mother leave me, the Lord will take me in. [11] Lord, teach me your ways. Guide me to do what is right because I have enemies. [12] Do not let my enemies defeat me. They tell lies about me. They say they will hurt me. [13] I truly believe I will live to see the Lord's goodness. [14] Wait for the Lord's help. Be strong and brave and wait for the Lord's help.
