New International Reader's Version

Psalm 26:1-9 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

1. Lord, when you hand down your sentence, let it be in my favor. I have lived without blame. I have trusted in the Lord. I have never doubted him.

2. Lord, test me. Try me out. Look deep down into my heart and mind.

3. Your love is always with me. I have always lived by your truth.

4. I don't spend time with people who tell lies. I don't keep company with pretenders.

5. I hate to be with a group of sinful people. I refuse to spend time with those who are evil.

6. I wash my hands to show that I'm not guilty. Lord, I come near your altar.

7. I shout my praise to you. I tell about all the wonderful things you have done.

8. Lord, I love the house where you live. I love the place where your glory is.

9. Don't destroy me together with sinners. Don't take my life away along with murderers.