New Century Version

Psalms 119:123-140 New Century Version (NCV)

123. My eyes are tired from looking for your salvationand for your good promise.

124. Show your love to me, your servant,and teach me your demands.

125. I am your servant. Give me wisdomso I can understand your rules.

126. Lord, it is time for you to do something,because people have disobeyed your teachings.

127. I love your commandsmore than the purest gold.

128. I respect all your orders,so I hate lying ways.

129. Your rules are wonderful.That is why I keep them.

130. Learning your words gives wisdomand understanding for the foolish.

131. I am nearly out of breath.I really want to learn your commands.

132. Look at me and have mercy on meas you do for those who love you.

133. Guide my steps as you promised;don’t let any sin control me.

134. Save me from harmful peopleso I can obey your orders.

135. Show your kindness to me, your servant.Teach me your demands.

136. Tears stream from my eyes,because people do not obey your teachings.

137. Lord, you do what is right,and your laws are fair.

138. The rules you commanded are rightand completely trustworthy.

139. I am so upset I am worn out,because my enemies have forgotten your words.

140. Your promises are proven,so I, your servant, love them.