5 The Lord is merciful and fair;our God is compassionate.
6 The Lord protects the untrained;I was in serious trouble and he delivered me.
7 Rest once more, my soul,for the Lord has vindicated you.
8 Yes, Lord, you rescued my life from death,and kept my feet from stumbling.
9 I will serve the Lordin the land of the living.
10 I had faith when I said,“I am severely oppressed.”
11 I rashly declared,“All men are liars.”