New Living Translation NLT
The Message Bible MSG
1 Praise the LORD ! How joyful are those who fear the LORD and delight in obeying his commands.
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Hallelujah! Blessed man, blessed woman, who fear God, Who cherish and relish his commandments,
2 Their children will be successful everywhere; an entire generation of godly people will be blessed.
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Their children robust on the earth, And the homes of the upright - how blessed!
3 They themselves will be wealthy, and their good deeds will last forever.
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Their houses brim with wealth And a generosity that never runs dry.
4 Light shines in the darkness for the godly. They are generous, compassionate, and righteous.
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Sunrise breaks through the darkness for good people - God's grace and mercy and justice!
5 Good comes to those who lend money generously and conduct their business fairly.
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The good person is generous and lends lavishly;
6 Such people will not be overcome by evil. Those who are righteous will be long remembered.
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No shuffling or stumbling around for this one, But a sterling and solid and lasting reputation.
7 They do not fear bad news; they confidently trust the LORD to care for them.
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Unfazed by rumor and gossip, Heart ready, trusting in God,
8 They are confident and fearless and can face their foes triumphantly.
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Spirit firm, unperturbed, Ever blessed, relaxed among enemies,
9 They share freely and give generously to those in need. Their good deeds will be remembered forever. They will have influence and honor.
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They lavish gifts on the poor - A generosity that goes on, and on, and on. An honored life! A beautiful life!
10 The wicked will see this and be infuriated. They will grind their teeth in anger; they will slink away, their hopes thwarted.
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Someone wicked takes one look and rages, Blusters away but ends up speechless. There's nothing to the dreams of the wicked. Nothing.