57. You are my portion, Lord;I have promised to obey your words.
58. I have sought your face with all my heart;be gracious to me according to your promise.
59. I have considered my waysand have turned my steps to your statutes.
60. I will hasten and not delayto obey your commands.
61. Though the wicked bind me with ropes,I will not forget your law.
62. At midnight I rise to give you thanksfor your righteous laws.