168 I keep your precepts and your lawsbecause all my ways are seen by you.
169 Let my cry reach you, Lord;help me understand according to what you’ve said.
170 Let my request for grace come before you;deliver me according to your promise!
171 Let my lips overflow with praisebecause you’ve taught me your statutes.
172 Let my tongue declare your word,because all your commandments are righteous.
173 Let your power help mebecause I have chosen your precepts.
174 Lord, I long for your saving help!Your Instruction is my joy!