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Psalms 119:55-73 Holy Bible: Easy-To-Read Version (ETR)

55. Lord, in the night I remembered your name, and I obeyed your teachings.

56. This happened because I carefully obey your instructions.

57. Lord, I decided that my duty is to obey your commandments.

58. I beg you with all my heart, be kind to me, as you promised.

59. I thought very carefully about my life, and I decided to follow your rules.

60. Without wasting any time, I hurried back to obey your commands.

61. The wicked tried to trap me, but I have not forgotten your teachings.

62. In the middle of the night, I get up to thank you because your laws are so fair.

63. I am a friend to everyone who worships you. I am a friend to everyone who obeys your instructions.

64. Lord, your faithful love fills the earth. Teach me your laws.

65. Lord, you did good things for me, your servant. You did what you promised to do.

66. Give me the knowledge to make wise decisions. I trust your commands.

67. Before I suffered, I did many wrong things. But now I carefully obey everything you say.

68. You are good, and you do good things. Teach me your laws.

69. People full of pride made up lies about me. But I keep obeying your instructions with all my heart.

70. Those people are so stupid that they care for nothing, but I enjoy studying your teachings.

71. Suffering was good for me; I learned your laws.

72. Your teachings are worth more to me than a thousand pieces of silver and gold.

73. With your hands you made me and helped me become what I am. Now help me learn and understand your commands.