Psalm 111

Contemporary English Version

⁴ The Lord God is famous
for his wonderful deeds,
    and he is kind and merciful.
⁵ He gives food to his worshipers
and always keeps his agreement
    with them.
⁶ He has shown his mighty power
    to his people
and has given them the lands
    of other nations.

⁷ God is always honest and fair,
    and his laws can be trusted.
⁸ They are true and right
    and will stand forever.
⁹ God rescued his people,
    and he will never break
his agreement with them.
    He is fearsome and holy.

^10 (A) Respect and obey the Lord!
This is the first step
    to wisdom and good sense.^[a]
God will always be respected.