Psalms 111 — NETB

111Verse 1Praise the Lord!
I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart,
in the assembly of the godly and the congregation.
^{Verse 2}The Lord’s deeds are great,
eagerly awaited by all who desire them.
^{Verse 3}His work is majestic and glorious,
and his faithfulness endures forever.
^{Verse 4}He does amazing things that will be remembered;
the Lord is merciful and compassionate.
^{Verse 5}He gives food to his faithful followers;
he always remembers his covenant.
^{Verse 6}He announced that he would do mighty deeds for his people,
giving them a land that belonged to other nations.
^{Verse 7}His acts are characterized by faithfulness and justice;
all his precepts are reliable.
^{Verse 8}They are forever firm,
and should be faithfully and properly carried out.
^{Verse 9}He delivered his people;
he ordained that his covenant be observed forever.
His name is holy and awesome.
^{Verse 10}To obey the Lord is the fundamental principle for wise living;
all who carry out his precepts acquire good moral insight.
He will receive praise forever.