Psalm 119:105-112 Part 3

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Your word is a lamp to guide my feet

    and a light for my path.

I've promised it once, and I'll promise it again:

    I will obey your righteous regulations.

I have suffered much, O LORD;

    restore my life again as you promised.

LORD, accept my offering of praise,

    and teach me your regulations.

My life constantly hangs in the balance,

    but I will not stop obeying your instructions.

The wicked have set their traps for me,

    but I will not turn from your commandments.

Your laws are my treasure; 

    they are my heart's delight.

I am determined to keep your decrees

    to the very end. 

 

LORD, accept my offering of praise, and teach me your regulations.

Hosea 14:2

Bring your confessions, and return to the LORD.

    Say to him,

"Forgive all our sins and graciously receive us, 

    so that we may offer you our praises."  (see all Hosea 14)

Hebrews 13:15  

    Therefore, let us offer through Jesus a continual sacrifice of praise to God, proclaiming our allegiance to his name.  (see all Hebrews 13)

Psalm 51:15  

Unseal my lips, O Lord,

    that my mouth may praise you.  (see all Psalm 51)

Psalm 63:5  

You satisfy me more than the richest feast.

    I will praise you with songs of joy.  (see all Psalm 63) 

Psalm 71:8  

That is why I can never stop praising you;

    I declare your glory all day long.  (see all Psalm 71)

Psalm 109:30  

But I will give repeated thanks to the LORD,

    praising him to everyone.  (see all Psalm 109) 

Psalm 119:64  

O LORD, your unfailing love fills the earth;

    teach me your decrees.  (see Psalm 119:57-64) 

 

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Psalm 119:105-112 Part 2

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Your word is a lamp to guide my feet

    and a light for my path.

I've promised it once, and I'll promise it again:

    I will obey your righteous regulations.

I have suffered much, O LORD;

    restore my life again as you promised.

LORD, accept my offering of praise,

    and teach me your regulations.

My life constantly hangs in the balance,

    but I will not stop obeying your instructions.

The wicked have set their traps for me,

    but I will not turn from your commandments.

Your laws are my treasure; 

    they are my heart's delight.

I am determined to keep your decrees

    to the very end. 

 

I've promised it once, and I'll promise it again: I will obey your righteous regulations.

Psalm 119:7

As I learn your righteous regulations,

    I will thank you by living as I should.  (see Psalm 119:1-8)

Nehemiah 9:8  

The people responded, "In view of all this, we are making a solemn promise and putting it in writing. On this sealed document are the names of our leaders and Levites and priests."  (see Nehemiah 9:1-10, 27) 

Nehemiah 10:28-29  

Then the rest of the people--the priests, Levites, gatekeepers, singers, Temple servants and all who had separated themselves from the pagan people of the land in order to obey the Law of God, together with their wives, sons, daughters, and all who were old enough to understand--joined their leaders and bound themselves with an oath. They swore a curse on themselves if they failed to obey the Law of God as issued by his servant Moses. They solemnly promised to carefully follow all the commands, regulations, and decrees of the LORD our Lord: ...  

(see Nehemiah 10:28-39) 

 

I have suffered much, O LORD; restore my life again as you promised.  

Psalm 44:25  

We collapse in the dust,

    lying face down in the dirt.  (see all Psalm 44) 

Psalm 119:25  

I lie in the dust;

    revive me by your word.  (see Psalm 119:25-32)  

 

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Psalm 119:105-112 Part 1

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Your word is a lamp to guide my feet

    and a light for my path.

I've promised it once, and I'll promise it again:

    I will obey your righteous regulations.

I have suffered much, O LORD;

    restore my life again as you promised.

LORD, accept my offering of praise,

    and teach me your regulations.

My life constantly hangs in the balance,

    but I will not stop obeying your instructions.

The wicked have set their traps for me,

    but I will not turn from your commandments.

Your laws are my treasure; 

    they are my heart's delight.

I am determined to keep your decrees

    to the very end. 

 

Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path.

Proverbs 3:6 

Seek his will in all you do,

    and he will show you which path to take.  (see all Proverbs 3) 

Proverbs 6:23  

For their command is a lamp

    and their instruction a light;

their corrective discipline 

    is the way to life.  (see Proverbs 6:20-23)

Proverbs 20:27  

The LORD's light penetrates the human spirit,

    exposing every hidden motive.

Psalm 18:28  

You light a lamp for me.

    The LORD my God lights up my darkness.  (see Psalm 18:20-29)

Psalm 119:130  

The teaching of your word gives light,

    so even the simple can understand.  (see Psalm 119:129-136)

2 Peter 1:19  

Because of that experience, we have even greater confidence in the message proclaimed by the prophets. You must pay close attention to what they wrote, for their words are like a lamp shining in a dark place--until the Day dawns, and Christ the Morning Star shines in your hearts.  (see 2 Peter 1:16-21) 

(also Matthew 17:1-6, Mark 9:2-10, Luke 9:28-32) 

 

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Psalm 119:97-104 Part 8

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Oh, how I love your instructions!

    I think about them all day long.

Your commands make me wiser than my enemies,

    for they are my constant guide.

Yes, I have more insight than my teachers,

    for I am always thinking of your laws.

I am even wiser than my elders,

    for I have kept your commandments.

I have refused to walk on any evil path,

    so that I remain obedient to your word.

I haven't turned away from your regulations, 

    for you have taught me well.

How sweet your words taste to me;

    they are sweeter than honey.

Your commandments give me understanding;

    no wonder I hate every false way of life. 

 

Your commandments give me understanding; no wonder I hate every false way of life.

Psalm 111:10  

Fear of the LORD is the foundation of true wisdom.

    All who obey his commandments will grow in wisdom.

Praise him forever!  (see all Psalm 111)

Proverbs 1:7  

Fear of the LORD is the foundation of true knowledge,

    but fools despise wisdom and discipline.  (see Proverbs 1:1-7)

Proverbs 3:4-6  

Then you will find favor with both God and people,

    and you will earn a good reputation.

Trust in the LORD with all your heart;

    do not depend on your own understanding.

Seek his will in all you do,

    and he will show you which path to take.  (see all Proverbs 3)

Psalm 119:128  

Each of your commandments is right.

    That is why I hate every false way.  (see Psalm 119:121-128)

Psalm 19:8  

The commandments of the LORD are right,

    bringing joy to the heart.

The commands of the LORD are clear,

    giving insight for living.  (see all Psalm 19)     

 

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Psalm 119:97-104 Part 7

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Oh, how I love your instructions!

    I think about them all day long.

Your commands make me wiser than my enemies,

    for they are my constant guide.

Yes, I have more insight than my teachers,

    for I am always thinking of your laws.

I am even wiser than my elders,

    for I have kept your commandments.

I have refused to walk on any evil path,

    so that I remain obedient to your word.

I haven't turned away from your regulations, 

    for you have taught me well.

How sweet your words taste to me;

    they are sweeter than honey.

Your commandments give me understanding;

    no wonder I hate every false way of life. 

 

How sweet your words taste to me; they are sweeter than honey.

Psalm 19:8-11  

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.

They are more desirable than gold,

    even the finest gold.

They are sweeter than honey,

    even honey dripping from the comb.

They are a warning to your servant,

    a great reward for those who obey them.  (see all Psalm 19)

Proverbs 24:13-14  

My child, eat honey, for it is good,

    and the honeycomb is sweet to the taste.

In the same way, wisdom is sweet to your soul.

    If you find it, you will have a bright future,

    and your hopes will not be cut short.

Proverbs 2:10  

For wisdom will enter your heart,

    and knowledge will fill you with joy.  (see Proverbs 2:1-11) 

 

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Psalm 119:97-104 Part 6

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Oh, how I love your instructions!

    I think about them all day long.

Your commands make me wiser than my enemies,

    for they are my constant guide.

Yes, I have more insight than my teachers,

    for I am always thinking of your laws.

I am even wiser than my elders,

    for I have kept your commandments.

I have refused to walk on any evil path,

    so that I remain obedient to your word.

I haven't turned away from your regulations, 

    for you have taught me well.

How sweet your words taste to me;

    they are sweeter than honey.

Your commandments give me understanding;

    no wonder I hate every false way of life. 

 

I haven't turned away from your regulations, for you have taught me well.

Deuteronomy 4:5  

    "Look, I now teach you these decrees and regulations just as the LORD my God commanded me, so that you may obey them in the land you are about to enter and occupy."  (see Deuteronomy 4:1-14)

Deuteronomy 5:32-33  

    So Moses told the people, "You must be careful to obey all the commands of the LORD your God, following his instructions in every detail. Stay on the path that the LORD your God has commanded you to follow. Then you will live long and prosperous lives in the land you are about to enter and occupy."  

(see all Deuteronomy 5) 

Deuteronomy 17:18-20  

    "When he sits on the throne as king, he must copy for himself this body of instruction on a scroll in the presence of the Levitical priests. He must always keep that copy with him and read it daily as long as he lives. That way he will learn to fear the LORD his God by obeying all the terms of these instructions and decrees. This regular reading will prevent him from being proud and acting as if he is above his fellow citizens. It will also prevent him from turning away from these commands in the smallest way. And it will ensure that he and his descendants will reign for many generations in Israel."  

(see Deuteronomy 17:14-20)

Joshua 1:7  

    "Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the instructions Moses gave you. Do not deviate from them, turning either to the right or to the left. Then you will be successful in everything you do."  (see Joshua 1:1-9)

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Psalm 119:97-104 Part 5

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Oh, how I love your instructions!

    I think about them all day long.

Your commands make me wiser than my enemies,

    for they are my constant guide.

Yes, I have more insight than my teachers,

    for I am always thinking of your laws.

I am even wiser than my elders,

    for I have kept your commandments.

I have refused to walk on any evil path,

    so that I remain obedient to your word.

I haven't turned away from your regulations, 

    for you have taught me well.

How sweet your words taste to me;

    they are sweeter than honey.

Your commandments give me understanding;

    no wonder I hate every false way of life. 

 

I have refused to walk on any evil path, so that I remain obedient to your word.

Proverbs 1:15  

My child, don't go along with them!

    Stay far away from their paths.  (see Proverbs 1:10-19)

Psalm 1:1-2  

Oh, the joys of those who do not

    follow the advice of the wicked,

    or stand around with sinners,

    or join with mockers.

But they delight in the law of the LORD,

    meditating on it day and night.  (see all Psalm 1)

Proverbs 4:14-16  

Don't do as the wicked do,

    and don't follow the path of evildoers.

Don't even think about it; don't go that way.

    Turn away and keep moving.

For evil people can't sleep until they've done their evil deed for the day.

    They can't rest until they've caused someone to stumble.  

    (see Proverbs 4:14-27) 

 

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Psalm 119:97-104 Part 4

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Oh, how I love your instructions!

    I think about them all day long.

Your commands make me wiser than my enemies,

    for they are my constant guide.

Yes, I have more insight than my teachers,

    for I am always thinking of your laws.

I am even wiser than my elders,

    for I have kept your commandments.

I have refused to walk on any evil path,

    so that I remain obedient to your word.

I haven't turned away from your regulations, 

    for you have taught me well.

How sweet your words taste to me;

    they are sweeter than honey.

Your commandments give me understanding;

    no wonder I hate every false way of life. 

 

I am even wiser than my elders, for I have kept your commandments.

Job 32:6-9  

Elihu son of Barakel the Buzite said,

"I am young and you are old,

    so I held back from telling you what I think.

I thought, 'Those who are older should speak,

    for wisdom comes with age.'

But there is a spirit within people,

    the breath of the Almighty within them,

    that makes them intelligent.

Sometimes the elders are not wise.

    Sometimes the aged do not understand justice."  (see Job 32-37)

Psalm 119:56  

This is how I spend my life:

    obeying your commandments.  (see Psalm 119:49-56)

Deuteronomy 6:17 

"You must diligently obey the commands of the LORD your God--all the laws and decrees he has given you."  (see all Deuteronomy 6)

Deuteronomy 11:22  

    "Be careful to obey all these commands I am giving you. Show love to the LORD your God by walking in his ways and holding tightly to him."  

(see all Deuteronomy 11) 

 

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Psalm 119:97-104 Part 3

                    MEM 

Oh, how I love your instructions!

    I think about them all day long.

Your commands make me wiser than my enemies,

    for they are my constant guide.

Yes, I have more insight than my teachers,

    for I am always thinking of your laws.

I am even wiser than my elders,

    for I have kept your commandments.

I have refused to walk on any evil path,

    so that I remain obedient to your word.

I haven't turned away from your regulations, 

    for you have taught me well.

How sweet your words taste to me;

    they are sweeter than honey.

Your commandments give me understanding;

    no wonder I hate every false way of life. 

 

Yes, I have more insight than my teachers, for I am always thinking of your laws.

Psalm 119:15  

I will study your commandments

    and reflect on your ways.  (see Psalm 119:9-16)

Psalm 119:1-3 

Joyful are people of integrity

    who follow the instructions of the LORD.

Joyful are those who obey his laws

    and search for him with all their hearts.

They do not compromise with evil,

    and they walk only in his paths.  (see Psalm 119:1-8)

Deuteronomy 4:29  

"But from there you will search again for the LORD your God. And if you search for him with all your heart and soul, you will find him."  

(see Deuteronomy 4:15-31)

Deuteronomy 10:12  

    "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.  

(see Deuteronomy 10:12-22)

Micah 6:8  

No, O people, the LORD has told you what is good,

    and this is what he requires of you:

to do what is right, to love mercy,

    and to walk humbly with your God.  (see all Micah 6) 

 

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Psalm 119:97-104 Part 2

                    MEM 

Oh, how I love your instructions!

    I think about them all day long.

Your commands make me wiser than my enemies,

    for they are my constant guide.

Yes, I have more insight than my teachers,

    for I am always thinking of your laws.

I am even wiser than my elders,

    for I have kept your commandments.

I have refused to walk on any evil path,

    so that I remain obedient to your word.

I haven't turned away from your regulations, 

    for you have taught me well.

How sweet your words taste to me;

    they are sweeter than honey.

Your commandments give me understanding;

    no wonder I hate every false way of life. 

 

Your commands make me wiser than my enemies, for they are my constant guide.

Deuteronomy 4:6  

"Obey them completely, and you will display your wisdom and intelligence among the surrounding nations. When they hear all these decrees, they will exclaim, 'How wise and prudent are the people of this great nation!' "  

(see all Deuteronomy 4)

Psalm 19:8  

The commandments of the LORD are right,

    bringing joy to the heart.

The commands of the LORD are clear,

    giving insight for living.  (see all Psalm 19)

Psalm 119:130  

The teaching of your word gives light,

    so even the simple can understand.  (see Psalm 119:129-136)

Proverbs 1:7  

Fear of the LORD is the foundation of true knowledge,

    but fools despise wisdom and discipline.  (see Proverbs 1:1-7)

1 Timothy 3:15-17  

You have been taught the holy Scriptures from childhood, and they have given you the wisdom to receive the salvation that comes by trusting in Christ Jesus. All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. God uses it to equip his people to do every good work.  (see all 2 Timothy 3) 

 

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Psalm 119:97-104 Part 1

                    MEM 

Oh, how I love your instructions!

    I think about them all day long.

Your commands make me wiser than my enemies,

    for they are my constant guide.

Yes, I have more insight than my teachers,

    for I am always thinking of your laws.

I am even wiser than my elders,

    for I have kept your commandments.

I have refused to walk on any evil path,

    so that I remain obedient to your word.

I haven't turned away from your regulations, 

    for you have taught me well.

How sweet your words taste to me;

    they are sweeter than honey.

Your commandments give me understanding;

    no wonder I hate every false way of life. 

 

Oh, how I love your instructions! I think about them all day long.

Psalm 19:7

The instructions of the LORD are perfect,

    reviving the soul.

The decrees of the LORD are trustworthy,

    making wise the simple.  (see all Psalm 19)

Psalm 119:47  

How I delight in your commands!

    How I love them!  (see Psalm 119:41-48)

Psalm 119:113  

I hate those with divided loyalties,

    but I love your instructions.  (see Psalm 119:113-120)

Psalm 119:174  

O LORD, I have longed for your rescue,

    and your instructions are my delight.  (see Psalm 119:169-176)

Jeremiah 31:33  

    "But this is the new covenant I will make with the people of Israel after those days," says the LORD. "I will put my instructions deep within them, and I will write them on their hearts. I will be their God, and they will be my people."  (see all Jeremiah 31) 

Psalm 63:6  

I lie awake thinking of you,

    meditating on you through the night.  (see all Psalm 63)

Psalm 77:12  

They are constantly in my thoughts.

    I cannot stop thinking about your mighty works.  (see all Psalm 77) 

 

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Psalm 119:89-96 Part 7

                    LAMEDH 

Your eternal word, O LORD,

    stands firm in heaven.

Your faithfulness extends to every generation,

    as enduring as the earth you created. 

Your regulations remain true to this day,

    for everything serves your plans.

If your instructions hadn't sustained me with joy,

    I would have died in misery.

I will never forget your commandments,

    for by them you give me life.

I am yours, rescue me!

    For I have worked hard at obeying your commandments.

Though the wicked hide along the way to kill me,

    I will quietly keep my mind on your laws.

Even perfection has its limits,

    but your commands have no limit. 

 

Even perfection has its limits, but your commands have no limit.

Psalm 19:7  

The instructions of the LORD are perfect,

    reviving the soul.

The decrees of the LORD are trustworthy,

    making wise the simple.  (see all Psalm 19)

Psalm 23:3  

    He renews my strength.

He guides me along right paths,

    bringing honor to his name.  (see all Psalm 23)

Psalm 36:9  

For you are the fountain of life,

    the light by which we see.  (see all Psalm 36)

Psalm 111:10  

Fear of the LORD is the foundation of true wisdom.

    All who obey his commandments will grow in wisdom.

Praise him forever!  (see all Psalm 111)

Psalm 119:100  

I am even wiser than my elders,

    for I have kept your commandments.  (see Psalm 119:97-104)

Psalm 119:142  

Your justice is eternal,

    and your instructions are perfectly true.  (see Psalm 119:137-144)

Psalm 119:160  

The very essence of your words is truth;

    all your just regulations will stand forever.  (see Psalm 119:153-160) 

 

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Psalm 119:89-96 Part 6

                    LAMEDH 

Your eternal word, O LORD,

    stands firm in heaven.

Your faithfulness extends to every generation,

    as enduring as the earth you created. 

Your regulations remain true to this day,

    for everything serves your plans.

If your instructions hadn't sustained me with joy,

    I would have died in misery.

I will never forget your commandments,

    for by them you give me life.

I am yours, rescue me!

    For I have worked hard at obeying your commandments.

Though the wicked hide along the way to kill me,

    I will quietly keep my mind on your laws.

Even perfection has its limits,

    but your commands have no limit. 

 

Though the wicked hide along the way to kill me, I will quietly keep my mind on your laws. 

Psalm 40:14-15    

May those who try to destroy me

    be humiliated and put to shame.

May those who take delight in my trouble

    be turned back in disgrace.

Let them be horrified by their shame,

    for they said, "Aha! We've got him now!"  (see all Psalm 40)

Psalm 69:4  

Those who hate me without cause

    outnumber the hairs on my head.

Many enemies try to destroy me with lies,

    demanding that I give back what I didn't steal.

Psalm 69:13-14  

But I keep praying to you, LORD, 

    hoping this time you will show me favor.

In your unfailing love, O God,

    answer my prayer with your sure salvation.

Rescue me from the mud;

    don't let me sink any deeper!

Save me from those who hate me,

    and pull me from these deep waters.  (see all Psalm 69)

Psalm 119:153  

Look upon my suffering and rescue me,

    for I have not forgotten your instructions.  (see Psalm 119:153-160)

Isaiah 32:7  

The smooth tricks of scoundrels are evil.

    They plot crooked schemes.

They lie to convict the poor,

    even when the cause of the poor is just.  (see all Isaiah 32) 

 

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