7. He gathers the waters of the sea together in a heap. He lays up deep waters in storehouses.
8. Let all the earth fear Adonai. Let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of Him.
9. For He spoke, and it came to be. He commanded, and it stood firm.
10. Adonai foils the purpose of the nations. He thwarts the plans of the peoples.
11. The plan of Adonai stands forever, the purposes of His heart from generation to generation.
12. Blessed is the nation whose God is Adonai, the people He chose for His own inheritance.
13. Adonai looks down from heaven. He observes all humanity.
14. From His dwelling place He gazes on all the inhabitants of the earth—
15. He who fashions the hearts of all, who discerns all their deeds.
16. No king is saved by his great army, no warrior is delivered by great strength.
17. A horse is a false hope for victory, nor can its great strength save.
18. Behold, the eyes of Adonai are on those who fear Him, waiting for His love,