1. At that time a song will be sung in the land of Judah. It will say, "We have a strong city. God's saving power surrounds it like walls and towers.
2. Open its gates so that those who do what is right can enter. They are the people who remain faithful to God.
3. Lord, you will give perfect peace to anyone who commits himself to be faithful to you. That's because he trusts in you.
4. "Trust in the Lord forever. The Lord is the Rock. The Lord will keep us safe forever.
5. He brings down those who are proud. He pulls down cities that have high walls. They fall down flat on the ground. He throws them down to the dust.
6. The feet of those who were crushed stomp on them. Those who were helpless walk all over them."
7. Lord, you are honest and fair. You guide those who do what is right. You lead them on a straight path. You make their way smooth.
8. Lord, we are living the way your laws command us to live. We are waiting for you to act. Our hearts long for you to be true to your name. That's what you are known for.