Scripture Context

Psalms 119:143 - Psalms 119:153

143 Trouble and anguish have taken hold on me; yet thy commandments are my delights.

144 The righteousness of thy testimonies is everlasting; give me understanding, and I shall live.

145 I cried with my whole heart; hear me, O Lord; I will keep thy statutes.

146 I cried unto thee; save me, and I shall keep thy testimonies.

147 I prevented the dawning of the morning, and cried; I hoped in thy word.

148 Mine eyes prevent the night watches, that I might meditate in thy word.

149 Hear my voice according unto thy loving-kindness; O Lord, quicken me according to thy judgment.

150 They draw nigh that follow after mischief; they are far from thy law.

151 Thou art near, O Lord; and all thy commandments are truth.

152 Concerning thy testimonies, I have known of old that thou hast founded them forever.

153 Consider mine affliction, and deliver me; for I do not forget thy law.