[1] Praise the LORD. Blessed are those who have respect for the LORD. They find great delight when they obey God’s commands. [2] Their children will be powerful in the land. Because they are honest, their children will be blessed. [3] Their family will have wealth and riches. They will always be blessed for doing what is right. [4] Even in the darkness light shines on honest people. It shines on those who are kind and tender and godly. [5] Good things will come to those who are willing to lend freely. Good things will come to those who are fair in everything they do. [6] Those who do what is right will always be secure. They will be remembered forever. [7] They aren’t afraid when bad news comes. They stand firm because they trust in the LORD. [8] Their hearts are secure. They aren’t afraid. In the end they will see their enemies destroyed. [9] They have spread their gifts around to poor people. Their good works continue forever. They will be powerful and honored. [10] Evil people will see it and be upset. They will grind their teeth and become weaker and weaker. What evil people long to do can’t succeed.
