Psalms 12:7, 8 (KJ21)
Thou shalt keep them, O LORD; Thou shalt preserve them from this generation for ever. The wicked walk on every side, when the vilest men are exalted.

Psalms 12:7, 8 (NAS)
Thou, O LORD, wilt keep them; Thou wilt preserve him from this generation forever. The wicked strut about on every side, When vileness is exalted among the sons of men.

Psalms 12:7, 8 (NIVUS)
O LORD, you will keep us safe and protect us from such people forever. The wicked freely strut about when what is vile is honored among men.

Psalms 12:7, 8 (NLT)
Therefore, LORD, we know you will protect the oppressed, preserving them forever from this lying generation, even though the wicked strut about, and evil is praised throughout the land.

In the United States, you have a unique opportunity that many other peoples around the world do not have. You are able to vote those men and women into office who will govern you for the next four or six years. Your vote will either count for godly or ungodly leaders; but you should exercise your right to vote. Even when you do so, however, the wicked and criminal may still get into office.

Since Adam disobeyed Adonai in the Garden of Eden, there have been men who have been hostile to their Creator. It may seem that wherever you turn, there is another evil person. You are surrounded by their vileness. These like nothing better than to see you quake and tremble in their presence; their joy is to make you feel worthless and insignificant, while they exalt themselves. Instead of lifting up and magnifying the name of the Lord, these wicked men set themselves in the place of God. They live lavish lifestyles that are opposed to the Most High.

Even though these evil men seem to be in control of this generation, you do not need to fear them. Jehovah the Lord is still mightier and stronger than they are. He keeps, guards, and watches over you, for you are His treasure. You have given Him charge over your life and He protects and saves you. He keeps the wicked within boundaries. He has set up a blockade against them, so that they are restrained. Since you are close to the Lord and have received His favor, He preserves you in and from danger.