Psalm 26

1. A psalm of David. 1 1 Declare me innocent, O Lord, 1 for I have acted with integrity; 1 I have trusted in the Lord without wavering.

2. Put me on trial, Lord, and cross-examine me. 2 Test my motives and my heart.

3. For I am always aware of your unfailing love, 3 and I have lived according to your truth.

4. I do not spend time with liars 4 or go along with hypocrites.

5. I hate the gatherings of those who do evil, 5 and I refuse to join in with the wicked.

6. I wash my hands to declare my innocence. 6 I come to your altar, O Lord,

7. singing a song of thanksgiving 7 and telling of all your wonders.

8. I love your sanctuary, Lord, 8 the place where your glorious presence dwells.

9. Don’t let me suffer the fate of sinners. 9 Don’t condemn me along with murderers.

10. Their hands are dirty with evil schemes, 10 and they constantly take bribes.

11. But I am not like that; I live with integrity. 11 So redeem me and show me mercy.

12. Now I stand on solid ground, 12 and I will publicly praise the Lord.