Psalm 119:1-8

Good News Translation

119 Happy are those whose lives are faultless,
    who live according to the law of the Lord.
² Happy are those who follow his commands,
    who obey him with all their heart.
³ They never do wrong;
    they walk in the Lord's ways.
⁴ Lord, you have given us your laws
    and told us to obey them faithfully.
⁵ How I hope that I shall be faithful
    in keeping your instructions!
⁶ If I pay attention to all your commands,
    then I will not be put to shame.
⁷ As I learn your righteous judgments,
    I will praise you with a pure heart.
⁸ I will obey your laws;
    never abandon me!