Psalms 119:151-161 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

151. but you are with me,and all your commandscan be trusted.

152. From studying your laws,I found out long agothat you made themto last for ever.

153. I have not forgotten your Law!Look at the trouble I am in,and rescue me.

154. Be my defender and protector!Keep your promiseand save my life.

155. Evil people won't obey you,and so they have no hopeof being saved.

156. You are merciful, Lord!Please do the right thingand save my life.

157. I have a lot of brutal enemies,but still I never turnfrom your laws.

158. All those unfaithful peoplewho refuse to obey youare disgusting to me.

159. Remember how I love your laws,and show your love for meby keeping me safe.

160. All you say can be trusted;your teachings are trueand will last for ever.

161. Rulers are cruel to mefor no reason.But with all my heartI respect your words,

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