Psalms 16 (NET)

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Psalms 16:1¹Protect me, O God, for I have taken shelter in you.Copy Link KJV+Strong’s Many Bible Versions

Psalms 16:2²I say to the Lord, “You are the Lord, my only source of well-being.”Copy Link KJV+Strong’s Many Bible Versions

Psalms 16:3³As for God’s chosen people who are in the land, and the leading officials I admired so much —Copy Link KJV+Strong’s Many Bible Versions

Psalms 16:4⁴their troubles multiply; they desire other gods. I will not pour out drink offerings of blood to their gods, nor will I make vows in the name of their gods.Copy Link KJV+Strong’s Many Bible Versions

Psalms 16:5⁵Lord, you give me stability and prosperity; you make my future secure.Copy Link KJV+Strong’s Many Bible Versions

Psalms 16:6⁶It is as if I have been given fertile fields or received a beautiful tract of land.Copy Link KJV+Strong’s Many Bible Versions

Psalms 16:7⁷I will praise the Lord who guides me; yes, during the night I reflect and learn.Copy Link KJV+Strong’s Many Bible Versions

Psalms 16:8⁸I constantly trust in the Lord; because he is at my right hand, I will not be shaken.Copy Link KJV+Strong’s Many Bible Versions

Psalms 16:9⁹So my heart rejoices and I am happy; my life is safe.Copy Link KJV+Strong’s Many Bible Versions

Psalms 16:10¹⁰You will not abandon me to Sheol; you will not allow your faithful follower to see the Pit.Copy Link KJV+Strong’s Many Bible Versions

Psalms 16:11¹¹You lead me in the path of life. I experience absolute joy in your presence; you always give me sheer delight.Copy Link KJV+Strong’s Many Bible Versions

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