“I hate those with divided loyalties, but I love Your instructions. You are my refuge and my shield; Your word is my source of hope. Get out of my life, you evil-minded people, for I intend to obey the commands of my God. Lord, sustain me, as You promised , that I may live! Do not let my hope be crushed. Sustain me, and I will be rescued, then I will meditate continually on Your decrees. But You have rejected all who stray from you decrees. They are only fooling themselves. You skim off the wicked of the earth like scum; no wonder I love to obey Your laws! I tremble in fear of You, I stand in awe of Your regulations. (vv. 113-120, NLT)
“Don’t leave me to the mercy of my enemies, for I have done what is just and right. Please guarantee a blessing for me. Don’t let the arrogant oppress me! My eyes strain to see You rescue, to see the truth of Your promise fulfilled. I am Your servant; deal with me in your unfailing love, teach me Your decrees. Give discernment to me, your servant; then I will understand Your laws. Lord, it is time for You to act, for these evil people have violated Your instructions. Truly, I love Your commands more than gold, even the finest gold. Each of you commandments is right . That is why I hate every false way. (vv. 121-128, NLT)