[1] LORD, hear me begging for fairness; listen to my cry for help. Pay attention to my prayer, because I speak the truth. [2] You will judge that I am right; your eyes can see what is true. [3] You have examined my heart; you have tested me all night. You questioned me without finding anything wrong; I have not sinned with my mouth. [4] I have obeyed your commands, so I have not done what evil people do. [5] I have done what you told me; I have not failed. [6] I call to you, God, and you answer me. Listen to me now, and hear what I say. [7] Your love is wonderful. By your power you save those who trust you from their enemies. [8] Protect me as you would protect your own eye. Hide me under the shadow of your wings. [9] Keep me from the wicked who attack me, from my enemies who surround me. [10] They are selfish and brag about themselves. [11] They have chased me until they have surrounded me. They plan to throw me to the ground. [12] They are like lions ready to kill; like lions, they sit in hiding. [13] LORD, rise up, face the enemy, and throw them down. Save me from the wicked with your sword. [14] LORD, save me by your power from those whose reward is in this life. They have plenty of food. They have many sons and leave much money to their children. [15] Because I have lived right, I will see your face. When I wake up, I will see your likeness and be satisfied.
