Psalm 111

¹Praise the LORD !

I thank the LORD with all my heart

in the company of those who do right, in the congregation.

²The works of the LORD are magnificent;

they are treasured by all who desire them.

³God’s deeds are majestic and glorious.

God’s righteousness stands forever.

⁴God is famous for his wondrous works.

The LORD is full of mercy and compassion.

⁵God gives food to those who honor him.

God remembers his covenant forever.

⁶God proclaimed his powerful deeds to his people

and gave them what had belonged to other nations.

⁷God’s handiwork is honesty and justice;

all God’s rules are trustworthy—

⁹God sent redemption for his people;

God commanded that his covenant last forever.

¹⁰Fear of the LORD is where wisdom begins;

sure knowledge is for all who keep God’s laws.