Psalm 119:9-16 Part 1

            BETH

How can a young person stay pure?

    By obeying your word.

I have tried hard to find you--

    don't let me wander from your commands.

I have hidden your word in my heart,

    that I might not sin against you.

I praise you, O LORD;

    teach me your decrees.

I have recited aloud

    all the regulations you have given us.

I have rejoiced in your laws

    as much as in riches.

I will study your commandments

    and reflect on your ways.

I will delight in your decrees

    and not forget your word. 

 

How can a young person stay pure? By keeping your word.

Proverbs 1:4  

These proverbs will give insight to the simple,

    knowledge and discernment to the young.  (see Proverbs 1:1-9)

Proverbs 22:15  

A youngster's heart is filled with foolishness,

    but physical discipline will drive it far away.

Psalm 119:105  

Your word is a lamp to guide my feet

    and a light for my path.

Psalm 119:66-67 

I believe in your commands;

    now teach me good judgment and knowledge.

I used to wander off until you disciplined me;

    but now I closely follow your word.

Psalm 119:130  

The teaching of your word gives light,

    so even the simple can understand.

Psalm 119:133  

Guide my steps by your word,

    so I will not be overcome by evil.  

 

(parentheses are mine)

 

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