27:1 The LORD is my light and my salvation; I will fear no one. The LORD protects me from all danger; I will never be afraid. |
27:2 When evil people attack me and try to kill me, they stumble and fall. |
27:3 Even if a whole army surrounds me, I will not be afraid; even if enemies attack me, I will still trust God. |
27:4 I have asked the LORD for one thing; one thing only do I want: to live in the LORD's house all my life, to marvel there at his goodness, and to ask for his guidance. |
27:5 In times of trouble he will shelter me; he will keep me safe in his Temple and make me secure on a high rock. |
27:6 So I will triumph over my enemies around me. With shouts of joy I will offer sacrifices in his Temple; I will sing, I will praise the LORD. |
27:7 Hear me, LORD, when I call to you! Be merciful and answer me! |
27:8 When you said, "Come worship me," I answered, "I will come, LORD." |
27:9 Don't hide yourself from me! Don't be angry with me; don't turn your servant away. You have been my help; don't leave me, don't abandon me, O God, my savior. |
27:10 My father and mother may abandon me, but the LORD will take care of me. |
27:11 Teach me, LORD, what you want me to do, and lead me along a safe path, because I have many enemies. |
27:12 Don't abandon me to my enemies, who attack me with lies and threats. |
27:13 I know that I will live to see the LORD's goodness in this present life. |
27:14 Trust in the LORD. Have faith, do not despair. Trust in the LORD. |