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12 But still, the law itself is holy, and its commands are holy and right and good.

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We know that the law is good when used correctly.

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137 O Lord, you are righteous,
    and your regulations are fair.

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Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.

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16 But if I know that what I am doing is wrong, this shows that I agree that the law is good.

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Struggling with Sin

14 So the trouble is not with the law, for it is spiritual and good. The trouble is with me, for I am all too human, a slave to sin.

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31 Well then, if we emphasize faith, does this mean that we can forget about the law? Of course not! In fact, only when we have faith do we truly fulfill the law.

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172 Let my tongue sing about your word,
    for all your commands are right.

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140 Your promises have been thoroughly tested;
    that is why I love them so much.

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127 Truly, I love your commands
    more than gold, even the finest gold.

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86 All your commands are trustworthy.
    Protect me from those who hunt me down without cause.

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38 Reassure me of your promise,
    made to those who fear you.

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The instructions of the Lord are perfect,
    reviving the soul.
The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy,
    making wise the simple.
The commandments of the Lord are right,
    bringing joy to the heart.
The commands of the Lord are clear,
    giving insight for living.
Reverence for the Lord is pure,
    lasting forever.
The laws of the Lord are true;
    each one is fair.
10 They are more desirable than gold,
    even the finest gold.
They are sweeter than honey,
    even honey dripping from the comb.
11 They are a warning to your servant,
    a great reward for those who obey them.

12 How can I know all the sins lurking in my heart?
    Cleanse me from these hidden faults.

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13 “You came down at Mount Sinai and spoke to them from heaven. You gave them regulations and instructions that were just, and decrees and commands that were good.

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A Call to Love and Obedience

12 “And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God require of you? He requires only that you fear the Lord your God, and live in a way that pleases him, and love him and serve him with all your heart and soul.

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And what great nation has decrees and regulations as righteous and fair as this body of instructions that I am giving you today?

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