Psalm 119:121-144
121
I have done what is righteous and just; do not leave me to my oppressors.
122
Ensure your servant’s well-being; do not let the arrogant oppress me.
123
My eyes fail, looking for your salvation, looking for your righteous promise.
124
Deal with your servant according to your love and teach me your decrees.
125
I am your servant; give me discernment that I may understand your statutes.
126
It is time for you to act, LORD; your law is being broken.
127
Because I love your commands more than gold, more than pure gold,
128
and because I consider all your precepts right, I hate every wrong path.
129
Your statutes are wonderful; therefore I obey them.
130
The unfolding of your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple.
131
I open my mouth and pant, longing for your commands.
132
Turn to me and have mercy on me, as you always do to those who love your name.
133
Direct my footsteps according to your word; let no sin rule over me.
134
Redeem me from human oppression, that I may obey your precepts.
135
Make your face shine on your servant and teach me your decrees.
136
Streams of tears flow from my eyes, for your law is not obeyed.
137
You are righteous, LORD, and your laws are right.
138
The statutes you have laid down are righteous; they are fully trustworthy.
139
My zeal wears me out, for my enemies ignore your words.
140
Your promises have been thoroughly tested, and your servant loves them.
141
Though I am lowly and despised, I do not forget your precepts.
142
Your righteousness is everlasting and your law is true.
143
Trouble and distress have come upon me, but your commands give me delight.
144
Your statutes are always righteous; give me understanding that I may live.
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