Psalm 89:1-37

Righteousness and justice are
the foundation
of your throne;
faithful love and truth go before you.

My Lord, God, you are a powerful and miraculous creator. Sustainer of life.

By your faithful love you establish the heavens and the earth;

you fill it with your wonders;

you make covenants with those who serve you.

Your kingdom is known for:

• Righteousness: rulers who lead people to do what is right – to live with others in honorable, godly ways.
• Justice: you bring judgment on those who violate the just, righteous ways of your kingdom.

Faithful love and truth proceed before you as you work in your kingdom.

Lord God, who can stand – live – with you in this land?

Be our shield, our righteousness, our salvation. For we cannot abide here without you, Lord God.