Psalm 101

Psalm 101

1. A psalm of David. 1 1 I will sing of your love and justice, Lord. 1 I will praise you with songs.

2. I will be careful to live a blameless life— 2 when will you come to help me? 2 I will lead a life of integrity 2 in my own home.

3. I will refuse to look at 3 anything vile and vulgar. 3 I hate all who deal crookedly; 3 I will have nothing to do with them.

4. I will reject perverse ideas 4 and stay away from every evil.

5. I will not tolerate people who slander their neighbors. 5 I will not endure conceit and pride.

6. I will search for faithful people 6 to be my companions. 6 Only those who are above reproach 6 will be allowed to serve me.

7. I will not allow deceivers to serve in my house, 7 and liars will not stay in my presence.

8. My daily task will be to ferret out the wicked 8 and free the city of the Lord from their grip.