God's Word Translation

Psalms 119:116-131 God's Word Translation (GW)

116. Help me God, as you promised, so that I may live.Do not turn my hope into disappointment.

117. Hold me, and I will be safe,and I will always respect your laws.

118. You reject all who wander away from your laws,because their lies mislead them.

119. You get rid of all wicked people on earth as if they were rubbish.That is why I love your written instructions.

120. My body shudders in fear of you,and I am afraid of your regulations.

121. I have done what is fair and right.Do not leave me at the mercy of those who oppress me.

122. Guarantee my well-being.Do not let arrogant people oppress me.

123. My eyes are strained from looking for you to save meand from looking for the fulfillment of your righteous promise.

124. Treat me with kindness,and teach me your laws.

125. I am your servant.Help me understandso that I may come to know your written instructions.

126. It is time for you to act, O Lord.Even though people have abolished your teachings,

127. I love your commandments more than gold, more than pure gold.

128. I follow the straight paths of your guiding principles.I hate every pathway that leads to lying.

129. Your written instructions are miraculous.That is why I obey them.

130. Your word is a doorway that lets in light,and it helps gullible people understand.

131. I open my mouth and pantbecause I long for your commandments.