New International Reader's Version

Psalm 119:155-174 New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

155. Those who are evil are far from being saved. They don't want to obey your orders.

156. Lord, you have deep concern for me. Keep me alive as you have promised.

157. Many enemies attack me. But I haven't turned away from your covenant laws.

158. I get very angry when I see people who aren't faithful to you. They don't obey your word.

159. See how I love your rules! Lord, keep me alive, because you love me.

160. All your words are true. All your laws are right. They last forever.

161. Rulers attack me without any reason. But my heart trembles because of your word.

162. I'm filled with joy because of your promise. It's like finding a great fortune.

163. I hate lies with a deep hatred. But I love your law.

164. Seven times a day I praise you for your laws, because they are right.

165. Those who love your law enjoy great peace. Nothing can make them trip and fall.

166. Lord, I wait for you to save me. I follow your commands.

167. I obey your covenant laws, because I love them greatly.

168. I obey your rules and your covenant laws, because you know all about how I live.

169. Lord, may you hear my cry. Give me understanding, just as you said you would.

170. May you hear my prayer. Save me, just as you promised.

171. May my lips pour out praise to you, because you teach me your orders.

172. May my tongue sing about your word, because all of your commands are right.

173. May your hand be ready to help me, because I have chosen to obey your rules.

174. Lord, I long for you to save me. I take delight in your law.