New International Reader's Version

Psalm 89:3-17 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

3. You said, "Here is the covenant I have made with my chosen one. Here is the promise I have made to my servant David.

4. 'I will make your family line continue forever. I will make your kingdom secure for all time to come.' " Selah

5. Lord, the heavens praise you for your miracles. When your holy angels gather together, they praise you for how faithful you are.

6. Who in the skies above can compare with the Lord? Who among the angels is like the Lord?

7. God is highly respected among his holy angels. He's more wonderful than all those who are around him.

8. Lord God who rules over all, who is like you? Lord, you are mighty. You are faithful in everything you do.

9. You rule over the stormy sea. When its waves rise up, you calm them down.

10. You crushed Egypt and killed her people. With your powerful arm you scattered your enemies.

11. The heavens belong to you. The earth is yours also. You made the world and everything that is in it.

12. You created everything from north to south. Mount Tabor and Mount Hermon sing to you with joy.

13. Your arm is powerful. Your hand is strong. Your right hand is mighty.

14. Your kingdom is built on what is right and fair. Your truth and faithful love lead the way in front of you.

15. Blessed are those who have learned to shout praise to you. Lord, they live in the light of your favor.

16. All day long they are full of joy because of who you are. They praise you because you do what is right.

17. You are their glory. You give them strength. You favor them by honoring our king.