17 Your thoughts are far beyondmy understanding,much more than Icould ever imagine.
18 I try to count your thoughts,but they outnumber the grainsof sand on the beach.And when I awake,I will find you nearby.
19 How I wish that you would killall cruel and heartless peopleand protect me from them!
20 They are always rebellingand speaking evil of you.
21 You know I hate anyonewho hates you, Lord,and refuses to obey.
22 They are my enemies too,and I truly hate them.
23 Look deep into my heart, God,and find out everythingI am thinking.