New International Reader's Version

Psalm 119:121-139 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

121. I have done what is right and fair. So don't leave me to those who beat me down.

122. Make sure that everything goes well with me. Don't let proud people beat me down.

123. My eyes grow tired as I look to you to save me. Please save me as you have promised.

124. Be good to me, because you love me. Teach me your orders.

125. I serve you. Help me to understand what is right. Then I will understand your covenant laws.

126. Lord, it's time for you to act. People are breaking your law.

127. I love your commands more than gold. I love them more than pure gold.

128. I consider all of your rules to be right. So I hate every path that sinners take.

129. Your covenant laws are wonderful. So I obey them.

130. When your words are made clear, they bring light. They bring understanding to childish people.

131. I open my mouth and pant like a dog, because I long to know your commands.

132. Turn to me and show me your favor. That's what you've always done for those who love you.

133. Teach me how to live as you have promised. Don't let any sin be my master.

134. Set me free from men who beat me down. Then I will obey your rules.

135. Let your face smile on me with favor. Teach me your orders.

136. Streams of tears flow from my eyes, because people don't obey your law.

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

138. The laws you have made are fair. They can be completely trusted.

139. My anger is wearing me out, because my enemies don't pay any attention to your words.