📖 Psalms 26
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By David. Vindicate me, O LORD, for I have integrity, and I trust in the LORD without wavering.
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Examine me, O LORD, and test me! Evaluate my inner thoughts and motives!
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For I am ever aware of your faithfulness, and your loyalty continually motivates me.
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I do not associate with deceitful men, or consort with those who are dishonest.
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I hate the mob of evil men, and do not associate with the wicked.
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I maintain a pure lifestyle, so I can appear before your altar, O LORD,
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to give you thanks, and to tell about all your amazing deeds.
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O LORD, I love the temple where you live, the place where your splendor is revealed.
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Do not sweep me away with sinners, or execute me along with violent people,
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who are always ready to do wrong or offer a bribe.
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But I have integrity! Rescue me and have mercy on me!
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I am safe, and among the worshipers I will praise the LORD.