Psalm 119:1-8

Easy-to-Read Version

119 Great blessings belong to those who live pure lives!
    They follow the Lord’s teachings.
² Great blessings belong to those who follow his rules!
    They seek him with all their heart.
³ They don’t do wrong.
    They follow his ways.
⁴ Lord, you gave us your instructions
    and told us to always obey them.
⁵ How I wish I could be more faithful
    in obeying your laws!
⁶ Then I would never feel ashamed
    when I look closely at your commands.
⁷ The more I understand how fair your laws are,
    the more sincerely I will praise you.
⁸ I will obey your laws,
    so please don’t leave me!