15. Happy are those who hear the joyful call to worship,for they will walk in the light of your presence, lord.
16. They rejoice all day long in your wonderful reputation.They exult in your righteousness.
17. You are their glorious strength.It pleases you to make us strong.
18. Yes, our protection comes from the lord,and he, the Holy One of Israel, has given us our king.
19. Long ago you spoke in a vision to your faithful people.You said, “I have raised up a warrior.I have selected him from the common people to be king.
20. I have found my servant David.I have anointed him with my holy oil.
21. I will steady him with my hand;with my powerful arm I will make him strong.
22. His enemies will not defeat him,nor will the wicked overpower him.
23. I will beat down his adversaries before himand destroy those who hate him.