Holman Christian Standard Bible

Psalms 119:137-152 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB)

137. You are righteous, Lord, and Your judgments are just.

138. The decrees You issue are righteousand altogether trustworthy.

139. My anger overwhelms mebecause my foes forget Your words.

140. Your word is completely pure, and Your servant loves it.

141. I am insignificant and despised, but I do not forget Your precepts.

142. Your righteousness is an everlasting righteousness,and Your instruction is true.

143. Trouble and distress have overtaken me,but Your commands are my delight.

144. Your decrees are righteous forever. Give me understanding, and I will live.

145. I call with all my heart; answer me, Lord.I will obey Your statutes.

146. I call to You; save me,and I will keep Your decrees.

147. I rise before dawn and cry out for help; I put my hope in Your word.

148. I am awake through each watch of the nightto meditate on Your promise.

149. In keeping with Your faithful love, hear my voice.Lord, give me life in keeping with Your justice.

150. Those who pursue evil plans come near;they are far from Your instruction.

151. You are near, Lord, and all Your commands are true.

152. Long ago I learned from Your decreesthat You have established them forever.