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Psalm 119:143

New International Reader's Version

I’ve had my share of trouble and suffering. But your commands give me delight.

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I haven’t disobeyed his commands. I’ve treasured his words more than my daily bread.

The ropes of death were wrapped around me. The horrors of the grave came over me. I was overcome by sadness and sorrow.

I have suffered very much. Lord, keep me alive as you have promised.

I take delight in your orders. I won’t fail to obey your word.

I take delight in obeying your commands because I love them.

Show me your tender love so that I can live. I take delight in your law.

Lord, I cry out to you because I’m suffering so deeply.

Jesus said, “My food is to do what my Father sent me to do. My food is to finish his work.