[1] Shout praises to the LORD! The LORD blesses everyone who worships him and gladly obeys his teachings. [2] Their descendants will have great power in the land, because the LORD blesses all who do right. [3] They will get rich and prosper and will always be remembered for their fairness. [4] They will be so kind and merciful and good, that they will be a light in the dark for others who do the right thing. [5] Life will go well for those who freely lend and are honest in business. [6] They won't ever be troubled, and the kind things they do will never be forgotten. [7] Bad news won't bother them; they have decided to trust the LORD. [8] They are dependable and not afraid, and they will live to see their enemies defeated. [9] They will always be remembered and greatly praised, because they were kind and freely gave to the poor. [10] When evil people see this, they angrily bite their tongues and disappear. They will never get what they really want.
