Words from Psalm 119

 

I gave an account of my ways and you answered me;

    teach me your decrees.

Cause me to understand the way of your precepts,

    that I may meditate on your wonderful deeds.

My soul is weary with sorrow;

    strengthen me according to your word.

Keep me from deceitful ways;

    be gracious to me and teach me your law.

I have chosen the way of faithfulness;

    I have set my heart on your laws.

I hold fast to your statutes, Lord;

    do not let me be put to shame.

I run in the path of your commands,

    for you have broadened my understanding. 

Teach me, Lord, the way of your decrees,

    that I may follow it to the end.

  Give me understanding, so that I may keep your law

    and obey it with all my heart.

  Direct me in the path of your commands,

    for there I find delight. Psalm 119: 26-35