Psalm 27

Psalm chapter 27, a psalm of David
The Lord is my light and my salvation
So why should I be afraid?
The Lord is my fortress, protecting me from danger
So why should I tremble?

When evil people come to devour me
When my enemies and foes attack me
They will stumble and fall
Though a mighty army surrounds me
My heart will not be afraid
Even if I am attacked, I will remain confident

The one thing I ask of the Lord
The thing I seek most
Is to live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life
Delighting in the Lord's perfections and meditating in His Temple
For He will conceal me there when troubles come
He will hide me in His sanctuary
He will place me out of reach on a high rock
Then I will hold my head high
Above my enemies who surround me

At His sanctuary, I will offer sacrifices with shouts of joy
Singing and praising the Lord with music
Hear me as I pray, O Lord
Be merciful and answer me!
My heart has heard You say, "Come and talk with me"
And my heart responds, "Lord, I am coming"

Do not turn Your back on me
Do not reject Your servant in anger
You've always been my helper
Don't leave me now
Don't abandon me, O God of my salvation!

Even if my father and mother abandon me
The Lord will hold me close
Teach me how to live, O Lord
Lead me along the right path
For my enemies are waiting for me
Do not let me fall into their hands
For they accuse me of things I've never done

With every breath, they threaten me with violence
Yet I am confident I will see the Lord's goodness
While I am here in the land of the living
Wait patiently for the Lord
Be brave and courageous
Yes, wait patiently for the Lord