Psalm 119:49–64

⁴⁹Remember what you have said to me.

You have given me hope.

⁵⁰Even when I suffer, I am comforted

because you promised to keep me alive.

⁵¹Proud people are always making fun of me.

But I don’t turn away from your law.

⁵²Lord, I remember the laws you gave long ago.

I find comfort in them.

⁵³I am very angry

because evil people have turned away from your law.

⁵⁴No matter where I live,

I sing about your orders.

⁵⁵Lord, during the night I remember who you are.

That’s why I keep your law.

⁵⁶I have really done my best

to obey your rules.

⁵⁷Lord, you are everything I need.

I have promised to obey your words.

⁵⁸I have looked to you with all my heart.

Be kind to me as you have promised.

⁵⁹I have thought about the way I live.

And I have decided to follow your covenant laws.

⁶⁰I won’t waste any time.

I will be quick to obey your commands.

⁶¹Evil people may tie me up with ropes.

But I won’t forget to obey your law.

⁶²At midnight I get up to give you thanks

because your decisions are very fair.

⁶³I’m a friend to everyone who has respect for you.

I’m a friend to everyone who follows your rules.

⁶⁴Lord, the earth is filled with your love.

Teach me your orders.