40. I long to obey your commandments!Renew my life with your goodness.
41. lord, give me your unfailing love,the salvation that you promised me.
42. Then I can answer those who taunt me,for I trust in your word.
43. Do not snatch your word of truth from me,for your regulations are my only hope.
44. I will keep on obeying your instructionsforever and ever.
45. I will walk in freedom,for I have devoted myself to your commandments.
46. I will speak to kings about your laws,and I will not be ashamed.
47. How I delight in your commands!How I love them!
48. I honor and love your commands.I meditate on your decrees.
49. Remember your promise to me;it is my only hope.
50. Your promise revives me;it comforts me in all my troubles.
51. The proud hold me in utter contempt,but I do not turn away from your instructions.
52. I meditate on your age-old regulations;O lord, they comfort me.
53. I become furious with the wicked,because they reject your instructions.