Psalms 16; Psalms 17

1 Protect me, God, because I trust in you.

2 I said to the Lord, "You are my Lord. Every good thing I have comes from you."

3 As for the godly people in the world, they are the wonderful ones I enjoy.

4 But those who turn to idols will have much pain. I will not offer blood to those idols or even speak their names.

5 No, the Lord is all I need. He takes care of me.

6 My share in life has been pleasant; my part has been beautiful.

7 I praise the Lord because he advises me. Even at night, I feel his leading.

8 I keep the Lord before me always. Because he is close by my side, I will not be hurt.

9 So I rejoice and am glad. Even my body has hope,

10 because you will not leave me in the grave. You will not let your holy one rot.

11 You will teach me how to live a holy life. Being with you will fill me with joy; at your right hand I will find pleasure forever. A prayer of David.

1 Lord, hear me begging for fairness; listen to my cry for help. Pay attention to my prayer, because I speak the truth.

2 You will judge that I am right; your eyes can see what is true.

3 You have examined my heart; you have tested me all night. You questioned me without finding anything wrong; I have not sinned with my mouth.

4 I have obeyed your commands, so I have not done what evil people do.

5 I have done what you told me; I have not failed.

6 I call to you, God, and you answer me. Listen to me now, and hear what I say.

7 Your love is wonderful. By your power you save those who trust you from their enemies.

8 Protect me as you would protect your own eye. Hide me under the shadow of your wings.

9 Keep me from the wicked who attack me, from my enemies who surround me.

10 They are selfish and brag about themselves.

11 They have chased me until they have surrounded me. They plan to throw me to the ground.

12 They are like lions ready to kill; like lions, they sit in hiding.

13 Lord, rise up, face the enemy, and throw them down. Save me from the wicked with your sword.

14 Lord, save me by your power from those whose reward is in this life. They have plenty of food. They have many sons and leave much money to their children.

15 Because I have lived right, I will see your face. When I wake up, I will see your likeness and be satisfied. For the director of music. By the Lord's servant, David. David sang this song to the Lord when the Lord had saved him from Saul and all his other enemies.