Psalm 119; 25-32

[My soul clings to the dust;

   give me life according to your word!

When I told of my ways, you answered me;

   teach me your statutes!

Make me understand the way of your precepts,

   and I will meditate on  your wondrous works.

My soul melts away for sorrow;

   strengthen me according to your word!

Put false ways far from me

   and graciously teach me your law!

I have chosen the way of faithfulness;

   I set your rules before me.

I cling to your testimonies, O LORD;

   let me not be put to shame!

I will run in the way of your commandments

   when you enlarge my heart!]