Psalms 34:1-12

¹A psalm of David concerning the time he pretended to be mad in front of Abimelech who then sent him away. I will always bless the Lord; my mouth will continually praise him.

²From the bottom of my heart I am proud of the Lord; those who are humble will hear and be happy.

³Glorify God with me; together let's honor his reputation.

⁴I asked the Lord for help, and he answered me. He set me free from all my fears.

⁵The faces of those who look to him will shine with joy; they will never be downcast with shame.

⁶This poor man cried out, and the Lord heard me, and saved me from all my troubles.

⁷The angel of the Lord stands guard over all those who honor him, keeping them safe.

⁸Taste, and you will see that the Lord is good! How happy are those who trust in his protection!

⁹Show your reverence for the Lord, you who are his holy people, for those who respect him have everything they need.

¹⁰Lions may grow weak and hungry, but those who trust in the Lord have all that is good.

¹¹Children, listen to me! I will teach you how to respect the Lord.

¹²Who of you wants to live a long and happy life?