Psalms 119:8-20

8Yes, I will obey your laws. Please do not turn away from me!

9How can a young man live a clean life? He must be careful to obey your message.

10I bring all my thoughts to you. Do not let me forget to obey your commands.

11I always keep your message in my mind, so that I do not do anything bad against you.

12Lord, everyone should praise you! Please teach me your laws.

13You have taught us your rules. I want to speak them aloud for others to hear.

14Your rules give me a happy life. When I obey them, it is better than being rich!

15I want to think carefully about your teaching. You have shown me the best way to live.

16Your laws make me very happy. I will not forget what you have taught me.

17Please be kind to me, your servant. Then I will live and I will obey your message.

18Open my eyes wide! Then I will see great things in your Law.

19I live like a stranger here on the earth. Please do not hide your commands from me.

20I really want to obey your rules all the time. I want that more than anything else.