[1] Sin speaks to the wicked man in his heart. He has no fear of or respect for God. [2] He thinks too much of himself. He doesn't see his sin and hate it. [3] His words are wicked lies. He is no longer wise or good. [4] At night he makes evil plans. What he does leads to nothing good. He doesn't refuse things that are evil. [5] Lord, your love reaches to the heavens. Your loyalty goes to the skies. [6] Your goodness is as high as the mountains. Your justice is as deep as the great ocean. Lord, you protect both men and animals. [7] God, your love is so precious! You protect people as a bird protects her young under her wings. [8] They eat the rich food in your house. You let them drink from your river of pleasure. [9] You are the giver of life. Your light lets us enjoy life. [10] Continue to love those who know you. And continue to do good to those who are good. [11] Don't let proud people attack me. Don't let the wicked force me away. [12] Those who do evil have been defeated. They are overwhelmed; they cannot do evil any longer.
