1 We praise you, God! We praise you your presence draws near as we declare your wonderful deeds.
2 "At the time that I choose I will judge the righteous.
3 While the earth and all its inhabitants melt away, it is I who keep its pillars firm." Interlude
4 I will say to the proud, "Don't brag," and to the wicked, "Don't vaunt your strength.
5 Don't use your strength to fight heaven or speak from stubborn arrogance."
6 For exaltation comes not from the east, the west, or the wilderness,
7 since God is the judge. This one he will debase or that one he will exalt.
8 For there is a cup in the hand of the LORD, foaming with well-mixed wine that he will pour out, leaving only the dregs, from which all the wicked of the earth will drink.