32. God is the one who gives me strength. He clears the path I need to take.
33. He makes my feet as steady as those of a deer. Even on steep mountains he keeps me from falling.
34. He trains me for war so that my arms can bend the most powerful bow.
35. Lord, you have given me your shield to protect me. You support me with your right hand. It is your help that has made me great.
36. You cleared a path for my feet so that I could walk without stumbling.
37. I chased my enemies and caught them. I did not stop until they were destroyed.
38. I struck them down, and they could not get up again. They fell under my feet.
39. God, you made me strong in battle. You made my enemies fall before me.
40. You made my enemies turn and run away. I destroyed those who hated me.
41. They cried out for help, but there was no one to save them. They cried out to the Lord, but he did not answer them.
42. I beat them to pieces like dust blown by the wind. I smashed them like mud in the streets.
43. You saved me from those who fought against me. You made me the ruler over nations. People I never knew now serve me.
44. As soon as they heard about me, they were ready to obey. Those foreigners fall helpless before me!