Psalms 119:149-159

149 Listen to me because of your love; Lord, give me life by your laws.
150 Those who love evil are near, but they are far from your teachings.
151 But, Lord, you are also near, and all your commands are true.
152 Long ago I learned from your rules that you made them to continue forever.
153 See my suffering and rescue me, because I have not forgotten your teachings.
154 Argue my case and save me. Let me live by your promises.
155 Wicked people are far from being saved, because they do not want your demands.
156 Lord, you are very kind; give me life by your laws.
157 Many enemies are after me, but I have not rejected your rules.
158 I see those traitors, and I hate them, because they do not obey what you say.
159 See how I love your orders. Lord, give me life by your love.
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