New International Reader's Version

Psalm 31:15-21 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

15. My whole life is in your hands. Save me from my enemies. Save me from those who are chasing me.

16. Let your face smile on me with favor. Save me because your love is faithful.

17. Lord, I have cried out to you. Don't let me be put to shame. But let sinners be put to shame. Let them lie silent in the grave.

18. Their lips tell lies. Let them be silenced. They speak with pride against those who do right. They make fun of them.

19. How great your goodness is! You have stored it up for those who have respect for you. While other people watch, you give it to those who run to you for safety.

20. They are safe because you are with them. You hide them from the evil plans of their enemies. In your house you keep them safe from those who bring charges against them.

21. Give praise to the Lord. He showed me his wonderful love when my enemies attacked the city I was in.