[1] Praise the LORD! Happy is the person who honors the LORD, who takes pleasure in obeying his commands. [2] The good man's children will be powerful in the land; his descendants will be blessed. [3] His family will be wealthy and rich, and he will be prosperous forever. [4] Light shines in the darkness for good people, for those who are merciful, kind, and just. [5] Happy is the person who is generous with his loans, who runs his business honestly. [6] A good person will never fail; he will always be remembered. [7] He is not afraid of receiving bad news; his faith is strong, and he trusts in the LORD. [8] He is not worried or afraid; he is certain to see his enemies defeated. [9] He gives generously to the needy, and his kindness never fails; he will be powerful and respected. [10] The wicked see this and are angry; they glare in hate and disappear; their hopes are gone forever.
