I consider your Word to be my greatest treasure,
and I treasure it in my heart
to keep me from committing sin’s treason against you.
My wonderful God, you are to be praised above all;
teach me the power of your decrees!
I speak continually of your laws
as I recite out loud your counsel to me.
I find more joy in following what you tell me to do
than in chasing after all the wealth of the world.
I set my heart on your precepts
and pay close attention to all your ways.
My delight is found in all your laws,
and I won’t forget to walk in your words.
Let me, your servant, walk in abundance of life
that I may always live to obey your truth.
Open my eyes to see the miracle-wonders hidden in Scripture.
My life on earth is so brief, so tutor me in the ways of your wisdom.
I am continually consumed by these irresistible longings,
these cravings to obey your every commandment!
Your displeasure rests with those who are arrogant,
who think they know everything;
you rebuke the rebellious who refuse your laws.
Don’t let them mock and scorn me for obeying you.
For even if the princes and my leaders choose to criticize me,
I will continue to serve you and walk in your plans for my life.
Your commandments are my counselors;
your Word is my light and delight!
Lord, I’m fading away. I’m discouraged and lying in the dust;
revive me by your word, just like you promised you would.
I’ve poured out my life before you,
and you’ve always been there for me.
So now I ask: teach me more of your holy decrees.
Open up my understanding to the ways of your wisdom,
and I will meditate deeply on your splendor and your wonders.
My life’s strength melts away with grief and sadness;
come strengthen me and encourage me with your words.
Keep me far away from what is false;
give me grace to stay true to your laws.
I’ve chosen to obey your truth
and walk in the splendor-light of all that you teach me.
Lord, don’t allow me to make a mess of my life,
for I cling to your commands and follow them as closely as I can.
I will run after you with delight in my heart,
for you will make me obedient to your instructions.
Give me revelation about the meaning of your ways
so I can enjoy the reward of following them fully.
Give me an understanding heart so that I can
passionately know and obey your truth.
Guide me into the paths that please you,
for I take delight in all that you say.
Cause my heart to bow before your words of wisdom
and not to the wealth of this world.
Help me turn my eyes away from illusions
so that I pursue only that which is true;
drench my soul with life as I walk in your paths.
Reassure me of your promises, for I am your beloved,
your servant who bows before you.
Defend me from the criticism I face
for keeping your beautiful words.
See how I long with cravings for more of your ways?
Let your righteousness revive my spirit!
May your tender love overwhelm me, O Lord,
for you are my Savior and you keep your promises.
I’ll always have an answer for those who mock me
because I trust in your word.
May I never forget your truth, for I rely upon your precepts.
I will observe your laws every moment of the day
and will never forget the words you say.
I will walk with you in complete freedom,
for I seek to follow your every command.
When I stand before kings, I will tell them the truth
and will never be ashamed.
My passion and delight is in your word,
for I love what you say to me!
I long for more revelation of your truth,
for I love the light of your word as I meditate on your decrees.
Lord, never forget the promises you’ve made to me,
for they are my hope and confidence.
In all of my affliction I find great comfort in your promises,
for they have kept me alive!
No matter how bitterly the proud mockers speak against me,
I refuse to budge from your precepts.
Your revelation-light is eternal;
I’m encouraged every time I think about your truth!
Whenever I see the wicked breaking your laws, I feel horrible.
As I journey through life, I put all your statutes to music;
they become the theme of my joyous songs.
Throughout the night I think of you, dear God;
I treasure your every word to me.
All this joy is mine as I follow your ways!
You are my satisfaction, Lord, and all that I need,
so I’m determined to do everything you say.
With all my heart I seek your favor;
pour out your grace on me as you promised!
When I realize that I’m going astray,
I turn back to obey your instructions.
I give my all to follow your revelation-light; I will not delay to obey.
Even when temptations encircle me with evil,
I won’t forget for a moment to follow your commands.
In the middle of the night I awake to give thanks to you
because of all your revelation-light—so right and true!
Anyone who loves you and bows in obedience to your words
will be my friend.
Give me more revelation of your ways,
for I see your love and tender care everywhere.
Your extravagant kindness to me
makes me want to follow your words even more!
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