[1] The LORD is King! Tell the earth to celebrate and all islands to shout. [2] Dark clouds surround him, and his throne is supported by justice and fairness. [3] Fire leaps from his throne, destroying his enemies, [4] and his lightning is so bright that the earth sees it and trembles. [5] Mountains melt away like wax in the presence of the LORD of all the earth. [6] The heavens announce, "The LORD brings justice!" Everyone sees God's glory. [7] Those who brag about the useless idols they worship are terribly ashamed, and all the false gods bow down to the LORD. [8] When the people of Zion and of the towns of Judah hear that God brings justice, they will celebrate. [9] The LORD rules the whole earth, and he is more glorious than all the false gods. [10] Love the LORD and hate evil! God protects his loyal people and rescues them from violence. [11] If you obey and do right, a light will show you the way and fill you with happiness. [12] You are the LORD's people! So celebrate and praise the only God.
