12 Happy is the nation whose God is Yahweh —the people He has chosen to be His own possession!
13 The Lord looks down from heaven;He observes everyone.
14 He gazes on all the inhabitants of the earthfrom His dwelling place.
15 He alone shapes their hearts;He considers all their works.
16 A king is not saved by a large army;a warrior will not be delivered by great strength.
17 The horse is a false hope for safety;it provides no escape by its great power.
18 Now the eye of the Lord is on those who fear Him —those who depend on His faithful love