1 A prayer of David.Protect me, O God, for I have taken shelter in you.2 I say to the LORD, “You are the Lord,my only source of well-being.”3 As for God’s chosen people who are in the land,and the leading officials I admired so much —4 their troubles multiply;they desire other gods. I will not pour out drink offerings of blood to their gods, nor will I make vows in the name of their gods.5 LORD, you give me stability and prosperity; you make my future secure.6 It is as if I have been given fertile fieldsor received a beautiful tract of land.7 I will praise the LORD who guides me;yes, during the night I reflect and learn.8 I constantly trust in the LORD; because he is at my right hand, I will not be shaken.9 So my heart rejoicesand I am happy; my life is safe.10 You will not abandon me to Sheol; you will not allow your faithful follower to see the Pit.11 You lead me in the path of life. I experience absolute joy in your presence; you always give me sheer delight.