Psalms 119:74-86 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

74. Your worshippers will see me,and they will be gladthat I trust your word.

75. Your decisions are correct,and you were rightto punish me.

76. I serve you, Lord.Comfort me with your love,just as you have promised.

77. I love to obey your Law!Have mercy and let me live.

78. Put down those proud peoplewho hurt me with their lies,because I have chosento study your teachings.

79. Let your worshippers come to me,so they will learnto obey your rules.

80. Let me truly respect your laws,so I won't be ashamed.

81. I long for you to rescue me!Your word is my only hope.

82. I am worn out from waitingfor you to keep your word.When will you have mercy?

83. My life is wasting awaylike a dried up wineskin,but I have not forgottenyour teachings.

84. I am your servant!How long must I suffer?When will you punishthose troublemakers?

85. Those proud people rejectyour teachings,and they dig pitsfor me to fall in.

86. Your laws can be trusted!Protect me from cruel liars.

Psalms 119