Psalm 119:161

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Rulers are cruel to me for no reason. But with all my heart I respect your words,

Cross References

Genesis 39:9

No one in my master's house is more important than I am. The only thing he hasn't given me is you, and that's because you are his wife. I won't sin against God by doing such a terrible thing as this.”

Genesis 42:18

before saying to them: Since I respect God, I'll give you a chance to save your lives.

2 Kings 22:19

I noticed how sad you were when you read that this country and its people would be completely wiped out. You even tore your clothes in sorrow, and I heard you cry.

Nehemiah 5:15

Each governor before me had been a burden to the people by making them pay for his food and wine and by demanding forty silver coins a day. Even their officials had been a burden to the people. But I respected God, and I didn't think it was right to be so hard on them.

Job 31:23

I could not have been abusive; I was terrified at the thought that God might punish me.

Psalm 119:157

I have a lot of brutal enemies, but still I never turn from your laws.

Psalm 119:23

I keep thinking about your teachings, LORD, even if rulers plot against me.

Psalm 4:4

But each of you had better tremble and turn from your sins. Silently search your heart as you lie in bed.

Isaiah 66:2

I have made everything; that's how it all came to be. I, the LORD, have spoken. The people I treasure most are the humble— they depend only on me and tremble when I speak.

John 15:25

That is why the Scriptures are true when they say, “People hated me for no reason.”

1 Samuel 21:15

I have enough mad people without your bringing another one here. Keep him away from my palace!”

1 Samuel 26:18

Why are you after me? Have I done something wrong, or have I committed a crime?