[1] You, LORD, are the light that keeps me safe. I am not afraid of anyone. You protect me, and I have no fears. [2] Brutal people may attack and try to kill me, but they will stumble. Fierce enemies may attack, but they will fall. [3] Armies may surround me, but I won't be afraid; war may break out, but I will trust you. [4] I ask only one thing, LORD: Let me live in your house every day of my life to see how wonderful you are and to pray in your temple. [5] In times of trouble, you will protect me. You will hide me in your tent and keep me safe on top of a mighty rock. [6] You will let me defeat all of my enemies. Then I will celebrate, as I enter your tent with animal sacrifices and songs of praise. [7] Please listen when I pray! Have pity. Answer my prayer. [8] My heart tells me to pray. I am eager to see your face, [9] so don't hide from me. I am your servant, and you have helped me. Don't turn from me in anger. You alone keep me safe. Don't reject or desert me. [10] Even if my father and mother should desert me, you will take care of me. [11] Teach me to follow, LORD, and lead me on the right path because of my enemies. [12] Don't let them do to me what they want. People tell lies about me and make terrible threats, [13] but I know I will live to see how kind you are. [14] Trust the LORD! Be brave and strong and trust the LORD.
