39. Save me from the insults I fear;how wonderful are your judgements!
40. I want to obey your commands;give me new life, for you are righteous.
41. Show me how much you love me, Lord,and save me according to your promise.
42. Then I can answer those who insult mebecause I trust in your word.
43. Enable me to speak the truth at all times,because my hope is in your judgements.
44. I will always obey your law,for ever and ever.
45. I will live in perfect freedom,because I try to obey your teachings.
46. I will announce your commands to kingsand I will not be ashamed.
47. I find pleasure in obeying your commands,because I love them.
48. I respect and love your commandments;I will meditate on your instructions.
49. Remember your promise to me, your servant;it has given me hope.
50. Even in my suffering I was comfortedbecause your promise gave me life.
51. The proud are always scornful of me,but I have not departed from your law.
52. I remember your judgements of long ago,and they bring me comfort, O Lord.
53. When I see the wicked breaking your law,I am filled with anger.
54. During my brief earthly lifeI compose songs about your commands.
55. In the night I remember you, Lord,and I think about your law.
56. I find my happinessin obeying your commands.
57. You are all I want, O Lord;I promise to obey your laws.