Psalms NIV Flashcards
Psalms 1:1
Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers,
Psalms 1:2
but whose delight is in the law of the lord, and who meditates in his law day and night.
Psalms 1:3
That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither - whatever they do prospers.
Psalms 1:4
Not so the wicked! They are like chaff that the wind blows away.
Psalms 1:5
Therefore the wicked will not stand in the judgement, nor sinners in the assembly with the righteous.
Psalms 1:6
For the lord watches over the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked leads to destruction.
Psalms 2:1
Why do the nations conspire* and peoples plot in vain?
Psalms 2:2
The kings of the earth rise up and the rulers band together against the Lord and against his anointed, saying,
Psalms 2:3
“Let us break their chains and throw off their shackles.”
Psalms 2:4
The One enthroned in heaven laughs; the Lord scoffs at them.
Psalms 2:5
He rebukes them in his anger and terrifies them in his wrath, saying,
Psalms 2:6
“I have installed my king on Zion, my holy mountain.”
Psalms 2:7
I will proclaim the LORD’s decree: He said to me, “You are my son, today I have become your father.
Psalms 2:8
Ask me, and I will make the nations your inheritance, the ends of the earth your possession.
Psalms 2:9
You will break them with a rod of iron*; you will dash them to pieces like pottery.”
Psalms 2:10
Therefore, you kings, be wise; be warned, you rulers of the earth.
Psalms 2:11
Serve the Lord with fear and celebrate his rule with trembling.
Psalms 2:12
Kiss his son, or he will be angry and your way will lead to your destruction, for his wrath can flare up in a moment. Blessed are all who take refuge in him.
Psalms 3:1
“Lord, how many are my foes! How many rise up against me!”
Psalms 3:2
Many are saying of me, “God will not deliver him.”
Psalms 3:3
But you, Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, the One who lifts my head high.
Psalms 3:4
I call out to the Lord, and he answers me from his holy mountain.
Psalms 3:5
I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the Lord sustains me.
Psalms 3:6
I will not fear thought tens of thousands assail me on every side.
Psalms 3:7
Arise, Lord! Deliver me, my God! Strike all my enemies on the jaw; break the teeth of the wicked.
Psalms 3:8
From the Lord comes deliverance. May your blessing be on your people.
Psalms 4:1
Answer me when I call to you, my righteous God. Give me relief from my distress; have mercy on me and hear my prayer.
Psalms 4:2
How long will you people turn my glory into shame? How long will love delusions and seek false gods*?
Psalms 4:3
Know that the Lord has set apart his faithful servant for himself; the Lord hears when I call to him.
Psalms 4:4
Tremble* and do not sin; when you are on your beds, search your hearts and be silent.
Psalms 4:5
Offer the sacrifices of the righteous and trust in the Lord.
Psalms 4:6
Many, Lord, are asking, “Who will bring us prosperity?” Let the light of your face shine on us.
Psalms 4:7
Fill my heart with joy when their grain and new wine abound.
Psalms 4:8
In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.
Psalms 5:1
Listen to my words, Lord, consider my lament.
Psalms 5:2
Hear my cry for help, my King and my God, for to you I pray.
Psalms 5:3
In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning, I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.
Psalms 5:4
For you are not a God who is pleased with wickedness; with you, evil people are not welcome.
Psalms 5:5
The arrogant can not stand in your presence. You hate all who do wrong;
Psalms 5:6
you destroy those who tell lies. The bloodthirsty and deceitful you, Lord, detest.
Psalms 5:7
But, I, by your great love, can come into your house; in reverence I bow down toward your holy temple.
Psalms 5:8
Lead me, Lord, in your righteousness
because of my enemies— make your way straight before me.
Psalms 5:9
Not a word from their mouth can be trusted; their heart is filled with malice. Their throat is an open grave; with their tongues they tell lies.
Psalms 5:10
Declare them guilty, O God! Let their intrigues be their downfall. Banish them for their many sins, for they have rebelled against you.
Psalms 5:11
But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them every sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you.
Psalms 5:12
Surely, Lord, you bless the righteous; you surround them with your favor as with a shield.
