Psalm 119:1-8 NIV
Blessed are those whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the Lord . Blessed are those who keep his statutes and seek him with all their heart — they do no wrong but follow his ways. You have laid down precepts that are to be fully obeyed. Oh, that my ways were steadfast in obeying your decrees! Then I would not be put to shame when I consider all your commands. I will praise you with an upright heart as I learn your righteous laws. I will obey your decrees; do not utterly forsake me.
Psalm 119:9, 14 NIV
How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word. I rejoice in following your statutes as one rejoices in great riches.
Psalm 119:19, 23 NIV
I am a stranger on earth; do not hide your commands from me. Though rulers sit together and slander me, your servant will meditate on your decrees.
Psalm 119:28, 31 NIV
My soul is weary with sorrow; strengthen me according to your word. I hold fast to your statutes, Lord ; do not let me be put to shame.
Psalm 119:37-40 NIV
Turn my eyes away from worthless things; preserve my life according to your word. Fulfill your promise to your servant, so that you may be feared. Take away the disgrace I dread, for your laws are good. How I long for your precepts! In your righteousness preserve my life.
