1 The LORD is my light and my salvation— whom will I fear? The LORD is the strength of my life; of whom will I be afraid? ISV — Psalm 27:1
2 When those who practice evil, my enemies, and my oppressors come near me to devour my flesh, they stumble and fall. ISV — Psalm 27:2
3 If an army encamps against me, my heart will not fear. If a war is launched against me, I will even trust in that situation. ISV — Psalm 27:3
4 I have asked one thing from the LORD; it is what I really seek: that I may remain in the LORD’s Temple all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the LORD; and to inquire in his Temple. ISV — Psalm 27:4
5 For he will conceal me in his shelter on the day of evil; He will hide me in a secluded chamber within his tent; He will place me on a high rock. ISV — Psalm 27:5
6 Now my head will be lifted up above my enemies, even those who surround me. I will sacrifice in his tent with shouts of joy; I will sing and make melodies to the LORD. ISV — Psalm 27:6
7 Hear my voice, LORD, when I cry out! Be gracious to me and answer me. ISV — Psalm 27:7
8 My mind recalls your word, a27:8 The Heb. lacks your word “Seek my face,” so your face, LORD, I will seek. ISV — Psalm 27:8
9 Do not hide your face from me; do not turn away in anger from your servant. You have been my help, therefore do not abandon or forsake me, God of my salvation. ISV — Psalm 27:9
10 Though my father and my mother abandoned me, the LORD gathers me up. ISV — Psalm 27:10
11 Teach me your way, LORD, and lead me on a level path because of my enemies. ISV — Psalm 27:11
12 Do not hand me over to the desires of my enemies; for false witnesses have risen up against me; even the one who breathes out violence. ISV — Psalm 27:12
13 I believe that I will see the LORD’s goodness in the land of the living. ISV — Psalm 27:13
14 Wait on the LORD. Be courageous, and he will strengthen your heart. Wait on the LORD! ISV — Psalm 27:14