Psalm 138

Psalm 138

A psalm of David.

1 I give you thanks, O LORD, with all my heart;
I will sing your praises before the gods.2 I bow before your holy Temple as I worship.
I praise your name for your unfailing love and faithfulness;
for your promises are backed
by all the honor of your name.3 As soon as I pray, you answer me;
you encourage me by giving me strength.4 Every king in all the earth will thank you, LORD,
for all of them will hear your words.5 Yes, they will sing about the LORD’s ways,
for the glory of the LORD is very great.6 Though the LORD is great, he cares for the humble,
but he keeps his distance from the proud.7 Though I am surrounded by troubles,
you will protect me from the anger of my enemies.
You reach out your hand,
and the power of your right hand saves me.8 The LORD will work out his plans for my life—
for your faithful love, O LORD, endures forever.
Don’t abandon me, for you made me.

PSALMS 138

Praise the [Lord] //with All Your Heart

1 With all my heart
I praise you, [Lord].
In the presence of angelst
I sing your praises.

2 I worship at your holy temple
and praise you for your love
and your faithfulness.
You were true to your word
and made yourself more famous
than ever before.t

3 When I asked for your help,
you answered my prayer
and gave me courage.t

4 All kings on this earth
have heard your promises, [Lord],
and they will praise you.

5 You are so famous
that they will sing about
the things you have done.

6 Though you are above us all,
you care for humble people,
and you keep a close watch
on everyone who is proud.

7 I am surrounded by trouble,
but you protect me
against my angry enemies.
With your own powerful arm
you keep me safe.

8 You, [Lord], will always
treat me with kindness.
Your love never fails.
You have made us what we are.
Don't give up on us now!t