16. No matter how things turn out, I'm sure I'll still be saved. After all, no ungodly person would dare to come into his court.
17. Listen carefully to what I'm saying. Pay close attention to my words.
18. I've prepared my case. And I know I'll be proved right.
19. Can others bring charges against me? If they can, I'll keep quiet and die.
20. "God, I won't hide from you. Here are the only two things I want.
21. Keep your powerful hand far away from me. And stop making me so afraid.
22. Then send for me, and I'll answer. Or let me speak, and you reply.
23. How many things have I done wrong? How many sins have I committed? Show me my crime. Show me my sin.