Common English Bible

Psalms 119:57-68 Common English Bible (CEB)

57. The Lord is my possession.I promise to do what you have said.

58. I’ve sought your favor with all my heart;have mercy on me according to your word.

59. I’ve considered my ways and turned my feet back to your laws.

60. I hurry to keep your commandments—I never put it off!

61. Though the wicked have surrounded me with their ropes,I haven’t forgotten your Instruction.

62. I get up in the middle of the night to give thanks to youbecause of your righteous rules.

63. I’m a friend to everyone who honors youand to all who keep your precepts.

64. Lord, the world is full of your faithful love!Teach me your statutes!

65. You have treated your servant well,Lord, according to your promise.

66. Teach me knowledge and good judgmentbecause I’ve put my trust in your commandments.

67. Before I suffered, I took the wrong way,but now I do what you say.

68. You are good and you do good.Teach me your statutes!