19. On the day when I faced disaster, they confronted me,but the Lord became my defense.
20. He brought me out to a wide-open place.He rescued me because he was pleased with me.
21. The Lord rewarded mebecause of my righteousness,because my hands are clean.He paid me back
22. because I have kept the ways of the Lordand I have not wickedly turned away from my God,
23. because all his judgments are in front of meand I have not turned away from his laws.
24. I was innocent as far as he was concerned.I have kept myself from guilt.
25. The Lord paid me backbecause of my righteousness,because he can see that I am clean.
26. ⌊In dealing⌋ with faithful people you are faithful,with innocent warriors you are innocent,
27. with pure people you are pure.⌊In dealing⌋ with devious people you are clever.