[1] The LORD is my light and the one who saves me. So why should I fear anyone? The LORD protects my life. So why should I be afraid? [2] Evil people may try to destroy my body. My enemies and those who hate me attack me, but they are overwhelmed and defeated. [3] If an army surrounds me, I will not be afraid. If war breaks out, I will trust the LORD. [4] I ask only one thing from the LORD. This is what I want: Let me live in the LORD's house all my life. Let me see the LORD's beauty and look with my own eyes at his Temple. [5] During danger he will keep me safe in his shelter. He will hide me in his Holy Tent, or he will keep me safe on a high mountain. [6] My head is higher than my enemies around me. I will offer joyful sacrifices in his Holy Tent. I will sing and praise the LORD. [7] LORD, hear me when I call; have mercy and answer me. [8] My heart said of you, "Go, worship him." So I come to worship you, LORD. [9] Do not turn away from me. Do not turn your servant away in anger; you have helped me. Do not push me away or leave me alone, God, my Savior. [10] If my father and mother leave me, the LORD will take me in. [11] LORD, teach me your ways, and guide me to do what is right because I have enemies. [12] Do not hand me over to my enemies, because they tell lies about me and say they will hurt me. [13] I truly believe I will live to see the LORD's goodness. [14] Wait for the LORD's help. Be strong and brave, and wait for the LORD's help.
