International Children’s Bible

Psalms 119:69-80 International Children’s Bible (ICB)

69. Proud people have made up lies about me.But I will follow your orders with all my heart.

70. Those people have no feelings,but I love your teachings.

71. It was good for me to sufferso I would learn your demands.

72. Your teachings are worth more to methan thousands of pieces of gold and silver.

73. You made me and formed me with your hands.Give me understanding so I can learn your commands.

74. Let those who fear you rejoice when they see mebecause I put my hope in your word.

75. Lord, I know that your laws are right.And it was right for you to punish me.

76. Comfort me with your love,as you promised me, your servant.

77. Have mercy on me so that I may live.I love your teachings.

78. Make the proud people ashamed because they lied about me.But I will think about your orders.

79. Let those who fear you come to me.They know your rules.

80. Let me obey your demands perfectly.Then I will not be ashamed.