[1] The Lord is king. Let the earth rejoice. Faraway lands should be glad. [2] Thick, dark clouds surround him. His kingdom is built on what is right and fair. [3] A fire goes before him and burns up his enemies all around. [4] His lightning flashes in the sky. When the people see it, they tremble. [5] The mountains melt like wax before the Lord. He is Lord of all the earth. [6] The skies tell about his goodness. And all the people see his glory. [7] Those who worship idols should be ashamed. They brag about their false gods. All the gods should worship the Lord. [8] When Jerusalem hears this, she is glad. The towns of Judah rejoice. They are happy because of your judgments, Lord. [9] You are the Lord Most High over all the earth. You are supreme over all gods. [10] People who love the Lord should hate evil. The Lord watches over those who follow him. He frees them from the power of the wicked. [11] Light shines on those who do right. Joy belongs to those who are honest. [12] Rejoice in the Lord, you who do right. Praise his holy name.
