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Psalm 138

New International Version NIV

1 I will praise you, LORD, with all my heart; before the “gods” I will sing your praise.

2 I will bow down toward your holy temple and will praise your name for your unfailing love and your faithfulness, for you have so exalted your solemn decree that it surpasses your fame.

3 When I called, you answered me; you greatly emboldened me.

4 May all the kings of the earth praise you, LORD, when they hear what you have decreed.

5 May they sing of the ways of the LORD, for the glory of the LORD is great.

6 Though the LORD is exalted, he looks kindly on the lowly; though lofty, he sees them from afar.

7 Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you preserve my life. You stretch out your hand against the anger of my foes; with your right hand you save me.

8 The LORD will vindicate me; your love, LORD, endures forever— do not abandon the works of your hands.

Good News Translation GNT

1 I thank you, Lord, with all my heart; I sing praise to you before the gods.

2 I face your holy Temple, bow down, and praise your name because of your constant love and faithfulness, because you have shown that your name and your commands are supreme.

3 You answered me when I called to you; with your strength you strengthened me.

4 All the kings in the world will praise you, Lord, because they have heard your promises.

5 They will sing about what you have done and about your great glory.

6 Even though you are so high above, you care for the lowly, and the proud cannot hide from you.

7 When I am surrounded by troubles, you keep me safe. You oppose my angry enemies and save me by your power.

8 You will do everything you have promised; Lord, your love is eternal. Complete the work that you have begun.