8. The Lord is both kind and fair;that is why he teaches sinners the right way to live.
9. May he show the humble what is right!May he teach the humble his way!
10. The Lord always proves faithful and reliableto those who follow the demands of his covenant.
11. For the sake of your reputation, O Lord,forgive my sin, because it is great.
12. The Lord shows his faithful followersthe way they should live.
13. They experience his favor;their descendants inherit the land.
14. The Lord’s loyal followers receive his guidance,and he reveals his covenantal demands to them.
15. I continually look to the Lord for help,for he will free my feet from the enemy’s net.
16. Turn toward me and have mercy on me,for I am alone and oppressed!
17. Deliver me from my distress;rescue me from my suffering!
18. See my pain and suffering!Forgive all my sins!