16 Who stands up for me against the wicked?Who takes a stand for me against evildoers?
17 If the Lord had not been my helper,I would soon rest in the silence of death.
18 If I say, “My foot is slipping,”Your faithful love will support me, Lord.
19 When I am filled with cares,Your comfort brings me joy.
20 Can a corrupt throne —one that creates trouble by law —become Your ally?
21 They band together against the life of the righteousand condemn the innocent to death.
22 But the Lord is my refuge;my God is the rock of my protection.