20. I’m worn out by longingevery minute for your rules!
21. You rebuke the arrogant, accursed peoplewho stray from your commandments.
22. Take all their insults and contempt away from mebecause I’ve kept your laws!
23. Even if rulers gather and scheme against me,your servant will contemplate your statutes!
24. Yes, your laws are my joy—they are my most trusted advisors!
25. My life is stuck in the dirt.Now make me live again according to your promise!
26. I confessed my ways and you answered me.Now teach me your statutes!
27. Help me understand what your precepts are aboutso I can contemplate your wondrous works!
28. My spirit sags because of grief.Now raise me up according to your promise!
29. Remove all false ways from me;show mercy to me by means of your Instruction.
30. I’ve chosen the way of faithfulness;I’m set on your rules.
31. I’m holding tight to your laws, Lord.Please don’t let me be put to shame.