Psalms of David - Modern Translation - Psalm 94

O Lord, You are the God of justice;
shine forth in righteousness!

Rise up, O Defender of the faithful,
bring peace to those who trust in You.

How long will harm prevail?
How long will cruelty go unanswered?

They speak with arrogance,
oppressing the innocent,
taking advantage of the helpless.

They say, “The Lord does not see;
the God of Jacob does not notice.”

But understand this, O hearts without wisdom:

Does the One who created ears not hear?

Does the One who formed eyes not see?

He who teaches the world knowledge—
does He not also correct and guide?

The Lord knows the thoughts of people,
that their wisdom is fleeting.

Blessed are those You teach, O Lord,
those You guide in Your ways,
giving them peace in troubled times,
while justice is prepared for the upright in heart.

The Lord will not abandon His people,
nor forsake those who love Him.

Righteousness will be restored,
and the pure in heart will walk in His ways.

Who will rise up for me against harm?
Who will stand with me against cruelty?

If the Lord had not been my help,
my soul would have fallen into despair.

When I said, “My foot is slipping,”
Your love, O Lord, upheld me.

When my heart was weighed down with worry,
Your comfort brought me joy.

Can wickedness ever be a true foundation?
Can injustice ever stand?

The Lord is my refuge,
my stronghold in times of trouble.

He will turn darkness into light,
and the path of the faithful will be secure.