1 Declare me innocent, O lord,for I have acted with integrity;I have trusted in the lord without wavering.
2 Put me on trial, lord, and cross-examine me.Test my motives and my heart.
3 For I am always aware of your unfailing love,and I have lived according to your truth.
4 I do not spend time with liarsor go along with hypocrites.
5 I hate the gatherings of those who do evil,and I refuse to join in with the wicked.
6 I wash my hands to declare my innocence.I come to your altar, O lord,
7 singing a song of thanksgivingand telling of all your wonders.
8 I love your sanctuary, lord,the place where your glorious presence dwells.
9 Don’t let me suffer the fate of sinners.Don’t condemn me along with murderers.
10 Their hands are dirty with evil schemes,and they constantly take bribes.
11 But I am not like that; I live with integrity.So redeem me and show me mercy.
12 Now I stand on solid ground,and I will publicly praise the lord.