Contemporary English Version Anglicised

Psalms 119:45-58 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

45. I have gained perfect freedomby following your teachings,

46. and I trust them so muchthat I tell them to kings.

47. I love your commands!They bring me happiness.

48. I love and respect themand will keep them in mind.

49. Don't forget your promiseto me, your servant.I depend on it.

50. When I am suffering,I find comfort in your promisethat leads to life.

51. Conceited people sneer at me,but I obey your Law.

52. I find true comfort, Lord,because your laws have stoodthe test of time.

53. I get furious when evil peopleturn against your Law.

54. No matter where I am,your teachingsfill me with songs.

55. Even in the nightI think about you, Lord,and I obey your Law.

56. You have blessed mebecause I have always followedyour teachings.

57. You, Lord, are my choice,and I will obey you.

58. With all my heartI beg you to be kind to me,just as you have promised.