1I thank you with my whole being; I sing your praises before the heavenly beings. ⁴⁴⁹

2I bow down before your holy Temple, and I am thankful because of who you are—for your trustworthy love and faithfulness—and for the fact that your promises are even greater than what people expect of you. ⁴⁵⁰

3On the day I cried out to you for help, you answered me. You encouraged me and made me strong.

4All the kings of the earth will praise you, Lord, for they have heard what you have said.

5They will sing about what the Lord has done and about the great glory of the Lord.

6Though the Lord is high above, he pays attention to the lowly; but he recognizes the proud a long way off.

7Even though I walk into a great deal of trouble, you protect me. You reach out to defend me from the anger of those who hate me—your strong hand saves me.

8The Lord vindicates me! Lord, your trustworthy love lasts forever! Don't give up on what you have made! ⁴⁵¹