Psalm 27

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