Psalm 119:23-30

Good News Translation

²³ The rulers meet and plot against me,
    but I will study your teachings.
²⁴ Your instructions give me pleasure;
    they are my advisers.

²⁵ I lie defeated in the dust;
    revive me, as you have promised.
²⁶ I confessed all I have done, and you answered me;
    teach me your ways.
²⁷ Help me to understand your laws,
    and I will meditate on your wonderful teachings.^[a]
28 I am overcome by sorrow;
    strengthen me, as you have promised.
²⁹ Keep me from going the wrong way,
    and in your goodness teach me your law.
³⁰ I have chosen to be obedient;
    I have paid attention to your judgments.