Psalms 19:1-11

1The heavens declare the glory of God, and the expanse proclaims the work of his hands.

2Day after day they pour out speech; night after night they communicate knowledge.

3There is no speech; there are no words; their voice is not heard.

4Their message has gone out to the whole earth, and their words to the ends of the world. In the heavens he has pitched a tent for the sun.

5It is like a bridegroom coming from his home; it rejoices like an athlete running a course.

6It rises from one end of the heavens and circles to their other end; nothing is hidden from its heat.

7The instruction of the Lord is perfect, renewing one’s life; the testimony of the Lord is trustworthy, making the inexperienced wise.

8The precepts of the Lord are right, making the heart glad; the command of the Lord is radiant, making the eyes light up.

9The fear of the Lord is pure, enduring forever; the ordinances of the Lord are reliable and altogether righteous.

10They are more desirable than gold — than an abundance of pure gold; and sweeter than honey dripping from a honeycomb.

11In addition, your servant is warned by them, and in keeping them there is an abundant reward.