Psalm 16:1-2
Contemporary English Version
(A special psalm by David.)
The Best Choice
1 Protect me, Lord God!
I run to you for safety,
2 and I have said,
“Only you are my Lord!
Every good thing I have
is a gift from you.”
Psalm 16:5
Contemporary English Version
5 You, Lord, are all I want!
You are my choice,
and you keep me safe.
Psalm 16:7-11
Contemporary English Version
7 I praise you, Lord,
for being my guide.
Even in the darkest night,
your teachings fill my mind.
8 (A) I will always look to you,
as you stand beside me
and protect me from fear.
9 With all my heart,
I will celebrate,
and I can safely rest.
10 (B) I am your chosen one.
You won't leave me in the grave
or let my body decay.
11 You have shown me
the path to life,
and you make me glad
by being near to me.
Sitting at your right side,[a]
I will always be joyful.
Footnotes
- 16.11 right side: The place of power and honor.
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