[1] Declare me innocent, O Lord, for I have acted with integrity; I have trusted in the Lord without wavering.
[2] Put me on trial, Lord, and cross-examine me. Test my motives and my heart.
[3] For I am always aware of your unfailing love, and I have lived according to your truth.
[4] I do not spend time with liars or go along with hypocrites.
[5] I hate the gatherings of those who do evil, and I refuse to join in with the wicked.
[6] I wash my hands to declare my innocence. I come to your altar, O Lord,
[7] singing a song of thanksgiving and telling of all your wonders.
[8] I love your sanctuary, Lord, the place where your glorious presence dwells.
[9] Don’t let me suffer the fate of sinners. Don’t condemn me along with murderers.
[10] Their hands are dirty with evil schemes, and they constantly take bribes.
[11] But I am not like that; I live with integrity. So redeem me and show me mercy.
[12] Now I stand on solid ground, and I will publicly praise the Lord.