Psalms 119:49-64

Remember your promise to your servant, for which you made me wait. My comfort during my suffering is this: your word gives me new life. The arrogant make fun of me to no end, but I haven’t deviated from your Instruction. When I remember your ancient rules, I’m comforted, LORD. But I’m seized with anger because of the wicked— because of those who abandon your Instruction. Your statutes have been my songs of praise wherever I lived as an immigrant. LORD, I remember your name at nighttime, and I keep your Instruction. This has been my practice because I guard your precepts. The LORD is my possession. I promise to do what you have said. I’ve sought your favor with all my heart; have mercy on me according to your word. I’ve considered my ways and turned my feet back to your laws. I hurry to keep your commandments— I never put it off! Though the wicked have surrounded me with their ropes, I haven’t forgotten your Instruction. I get up in the middle of the night to give thanks to you because of your righteous rules. I’m a friend to everyone who honors you and to all who keep your precepts. LORD, the world is full of your faithful love! Teach me your statutes!