I lie defeated in the dust; revive me, as you have promised.

I want to obey your commands; give me new life, for you are righteous.

See how I love your instructions, LORD. Your love never changes, so save me!

Happy are those who follow his commands, who obey him with all their heart.

I call to you; save me, and I will keep your laws.

With faithfulness and love he leads all who keep his covenant and obey his commands.

He gave laws to the people of Israel and commandments to the descendants of Jacob. He instructed our ancestors to teach his laws to their children,

If your sons are true to my covenant and to the commands I give them, their sons, also, will succeed you for all time as kings."