Psalms 36 — FBV

For the music director. A psalm of David, servant of the Lord.

36Verse 1Evil⁺speaks to the wicked, deep down in their minds, for in their eyes they have no need to respect God.
^{Verse 2}In their own eyes they're so wonderful that they can't even see their sin and do something about it.^{+
Verse 3}Whatever they say is deceptive and deceitful. They no longer do anything wisely or for good.
^{Verse 4}Even when they're lying in bed they think up evil schemes. They commit themselves to a way of life that is no good. They choose evil, and don't reject it.
^{Verse 5}Lord, your faithful love reaches to the heavens, your trustworthiness to the clouds.
^{Verse 6}Your goodness is like the highest mountains, your fairness is like the deepest oceans. Lord, you save both the people and the animals.
^{Verse 7}God, how priceless is your trustworthy love! Everyone can find protection under the shelter of your wings.
^{Verse 8}They gain strength from the wonderful food you provide in your house; you give them drink from your refreshing river.
^{Verse 9}You are the source of life; you are the light by which we see.
^{Verse 10}Extend your trustworthy love to those who know you, and your goodness to those who truly live right.
^{Verse 11}Don't let the arrogant trample me down; don't let the wicked drive me out.
^{Verse 12}Now look! See how those who do evil have fallen—thrown down, unable to get up.