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1 (A psalm and a song by Asaph for the music leader. To the tune "Don't Destroy.") Our God, we thank you for being so near to us! Everyone celebrates your wonderful deeds.
2 You have set a time to judge with fairness.
3 The earth trembles, and its people shake; you alone keep its foundations firm.
4 You tell every bragger, "Stop bragging!" And to the wicked you say, "Don't boast of your power!
5 Stop bragging! Quit telling me how great you are."
6 Our LORD and our God, victory doesn't come from the east or the west or from the desert.
7 You are the one who judges. You can take away power and give it to others.
8 You hold in your hand a cup filled with wine, strong and foaming. You will pour out some for every sinful person on this earth, and they will have to drink until it is gone.
9 But I will always tell about you, the God of Jacob, and I will sing your praise.
10 Our Lord, you will destroy the power of evil people, but you will give strength to those who are good.
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