We recognize that Your ways bring peace and prosperity, causing nations to thrive under Your sovereign rule. Father, we ponder why individuals often behave as if they are immune to Your influence—like a charmer who believes they can tame a dangerous snake, yet their actions are as perilous as a venomous bite. The choices made by these leaders sow fear and instability across the land. However, if You guide the nations and teach humanity to see the futility of their schemes, we are confident that Your justice will ultimately triumph. We understand that You weaken the power of corrupt rulers, as if they were unborn or as insignificant as a slug that dissolves away as it moves. The righteous and those who honor Your throne continually cry out, longing to see Your justice enacted. We eagerly await the day when we can rest peacefully, knowing that the wicked have been defeated. We are aware of the contempt and hostility directed at us because of the malicious actions of individuals who intentionally plot evil. These people despise divine authority, engage in deception, and speak words that harm others. Yet, O Lord, You remain steadfast in Your loyalty to Your servants. The king seeks Your protection for the weak and oppressed, asking that You shield them from oppressors who threaten their safety. Why do these oppressors conspire against the poor and needy, thinking that You are unaware of their deeds? O Mighty Ruler of the earth, rise up and deliver the oppressed from the grip of evil. We hunger for the living God; our souls thirst for His presence. We ask, “When will we see our God?” When others question, “Where is your God?” we affirm that our God is in heaven, doing all that pleases Him. We pray that He satisfies us with His goodness, which He prepares at His table—tables set before our enemies—so that they may recognize His blessing upon us when divine justice is finally revealed. On that day, the world will acknowledge that they have been blessed through God’s salvation of His people. We long to partake of the divine nourishment He has prepared, which prompts us to seek His presence in His house of worship. His message echoes within our hearts; we yearn to behold His face. O great and holy Lord, do not turn away from us in anger. Instead, help us to find joy in You and enable us to rejoice before You. May we find rest in Your comfort and declare that nothing on earth compares to You. You are our mighty God, offering comfort beyond our understanding. Glory be to the Almighty, who rules over all creation! The Father has bestowed upon us the dignity of being established through His righteousness. Entry into His divine sanctuary is only possible through His righteous Son; without Him, no one can gain access. Therefore, we rejoice in finding safety and abundance in His refuge, as He fills our storehouses to overflowing and guards our cities. The Father has also revealed His divine truth through His Word, allowing us to recognize the splendor of His holiness. This holiness is reflected in His mighty presence within creation, radiating from His majestic sovereignty. We are grateful that He has not left us to face life alone, but has shown us His grace and truth.