9
A hymn of praise is not fitting on the lips of a sinner, for it has not been sent from the Lord.
10
For a hymn of praise should be uttered in wisdom, and the Lord will prosper it.
11
Do not say, "Because of the Lord I left the right way"; for he will not do what he hates.
12
Do not say, "It was he who led me astray"; for he had no need of a sinful man.
13
The Lord hates all abominations, and they are not loved by those who fear him.
Revised Standard Version of the Bible, copyright 1952 [2nd edition, 1971] by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.