Psalms 14

1 For the leader. Of David. Fools say in their heart, ‘There is no God.’ Vile, hateful their life is; not one does good.

2 From heaven the Lord looks out on humans, to see if any are wise, and care for God.

3 But all have turned bad, the taint is on all; not one does good, no, not one.

4 Have they learned their lesson, those workers of evil? Who ate up my people, eating, devouring, never calling to the Lord.

5 Sore afraid will they be; for God is among those who are righteous,

6 you may mock the plans of the poor, but the Lord is their refuge.

7 If only help from Zion would come for Israel! When the Lord brings his people a change of fortune, how glad will be Jacob, and Israel how joyful!