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The Providence of God

¹ Of David. A Maskil^(a). Blessed is he whose transgressions^(a) are forgiven, whose sins are covered.² Blessed is the man whose sin the LORD does not count against him, in whose spirit there is no deceit.³ When I kept silent, my bones became brittle from my groaning all day long.⁴ For day and night Your hand was heavy upon me; my strength was drained^(a) as in the summer heat. Selah⁵ Then I acknowledged my sin to You and did not hide my iniquity. I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the LORD,” and You forgave the guilt of my sin. Selah⁶ Therefore let all the godly pray to You while You may be found. Surely when great waters rise, they will not come near.

⁷ You are my hiding place. You protect me from trouble; You surround me with songs of deliverance. Selah⁸ I will instruct you and teach you the way you should go; I will give you counsel and watch over you.⁹ Do not be like the horse or mule, which have no understanding; they must be controlled with bit and bridle to make them come to you.¹⁰ Many are the sorrows of the wicked, but loving devotion surrounds him who trusts in the LORD.¹¹ Be glad in the LORD and rejoice, O righteous ones; shout for joy, all you upright in heart.