19How great is your goodness,

which you have stored up for those who fear you,

which you bestow in the sight of men

on those who take refuge in you.

20In the shelter of your presence you hide them

from the intrigues of men;

in your dwelling you keep them safe

from accusing tongues.

21Praise be to the Lord,

for he showed his wonderful love to me

when I was in a besieged city.

22In my alarm I said,

“I am cut off from your sight!”

Yet you heard my cry for mercy

when I called to you for help.

23Love the Lord, all his saints!

The Lord preserves the faithful,

but the proud he pays back in full.

24Be strong and take heart,

all you who hope in the Lord.