I am surrounded by many troubles--- too many to count! My sins have caught up with me, and I can no longer see; they are more than the hairs of my head, and I have lost my courage.

You see me, whether I am working or resting; you know all my actions.

I lie down and sleep, and all night long the LORD protects me.

I am always aware of the LORD's presence; he is near, and nothing can shake me.

because you protect me from the power of death. I have served you faithfully, and you will not abandon me to the world of the dead.

But I will see you, because I have done no wrong; and when I awake, your presence will fill me with joy.

As I lie in bed, I remember you; all night long I think of you,

because you have always been my help. In the shadow of your wings I sing for joy.

Those of our people who have died will live again! Their bodies will come back to life. All those sleeping in their graves will wake up and sing for joy. As the sparkling dew refreshes the earth, so the LORD will revive those who have long been dead.

Many of those who have already died will live again: some will enjoy eternal life, and some will suffer eternal disgrace.

who died for us in order that we might live together with him, whether we are alive or dead when he comes.