Psalm 19:8

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

The LORD's instruction is right; it makes our hearts glad. His commands shine brightly, and they give us light.

Cross References

Genesis 26:5

because Abraham did everything I told him to do.

2 Kings 17:37

Never worship any other god, always obey my laws and teachings,

Nehemiah 8:12

When the people returned to their homes, they celebrated by eating and drinking and by sharing their food with those in need, because they had understood what had been read to them.

Nehemiah 9:13

At Sinai you came down from heaven, and you gave your people good laws and teachings that are fair and honest.

Psalm 105:45

He did this so that his people would obey all his laws. Shout praises to the LORD!

Psalm 111:7

God is always honest and fair, and his laws can be trusted.

Psalm 119:105

Your word is a lamp that gives light wherever I walk.

Psalm 119:12

I praise you, LORD! Teach me your laws.

Psalm 119:121

I did what was fair and right! Don't hand me over to those who want to ill-treat me.

Psalm 119:128

I follow all your commands, but I hate anyone who leads me astray.

Psalm 119:130

Understanding your word brings light to the minds of ordinary people.

Psalm 119:14

Obeying your instructions brings as much happiness as being rich.

Psalm 119:143

I am in deep distress, but I love your teachings.

Psalm 119:16

I will take pleasure in your laws and remember your words.

Psalm 119:171

If you will teach me your laws, I will praise you

Psalm 119:24

Your laws are my greatest joy! I follow their advice.

Psalm 119:40

I long for your teachings. Be true to yourself and let me live.

Psalm 119:54

No matter where I am, your teachings fill me with songs.

Psalm 119:80

Let me truly respect your laws, so I won't be ashamed.

Psalm 119:92

If I had not found happiness in obeying your Law, I would have died in misery.

Psalm 12:6

Our LORD, you are true to your promises, and your word is like silver heated seven times in a fiery furnace.

Psalm 13:3

Please listen, LORD God, and answer my prayers. Make my eyes sparkle again, or else I will fall into the sleep of death.

Psalm 40:8

‘I enjoy pleasing you. Your Law is in my heart.’ ”

Psalm 93:5

Your decisions are firm, and your temple will always be beautiful and holy.

Exodus 18:16

They bring their complaints to me, and I make decisions on the basis of God's laws.”

Proverbs 2:6

All wisdom comes from the LORD, and so do common sense and understanding.

Proverbs 30:5

Everything God says is true— and it's a shield for all who come to him for safety.

Proverbs 6:23

The Law of the Lord is a lamp, and its teachings shine brightly. Correction and self-control will lead you through life.

Isaiah 64:5

You help all who gladly obey and do what you want, but sin makes you angry. Only by your help can we ever be saved.

Jeremiah 15:16

When you spoke to me, I was glad to obey, because I belong to you, the LORD All-Powerful.

Ezekiel 36:27

because I will put my Spirit in you and make you eager to obey my laws and teachings.

Romans 3:20

God doesn't accept people simply because they obey the Law. No, indeed! All the Law does is to point out our sin.

Romans 7:22

With my whole heart I agree with the Law of God.

Romans 7:7

Does this mean that the Law is sinful? Certainly not! But if it had not been for the Law, I would not have known what sin is really like. For example, I would not have known what it means to want something that belongs to someone else, unless the Law had told me not to do that.

Galatians 2:19

It was the Law itself that killed me and freed me from its power, so that I could live for God. I have been nailed to the cross with Christ.

Galatians 3:21

Does the Law disagree with God's promises? No, it doesn't! If any law could give life to us, we could become acceptable to God by obeying that law.