You have charged us to keep your commandments carefully. 5Oh, that my actions would consistently reflect your decrees!

Reassure me of your promise, made to those who fear you. 39Help me abandon my shameful ways; for your regulations are good.

 Lord, you are mine! I promise to obey your words! 58With all my heart I want your blessings. Be merciful as you promised. 59I pondered the direction of my life, and I turned to follow your laws.

I used to wander off until you disciplined me; but now I closely follow your word. 68You are good and do only good; teach me your decrees.

As pressure and stress bear down on me, I find joy in your commands. 144Your laws are always right; help me to understand them so I may live.

Lord God my Father,

Open my heart to your desire and protect me from the evil one. Cause me to find comfort in your commands that give the the strength I need to avoid falling. Your promise is all I need, yet I struggle with my sinful desires. Help me to keep my ponder in your Truth and Peace. I used to seek only my desire, now I only want yours. As I enter into self imposed stress by not being still, place your commandments on my heart to strengthen the understanding you desire for me.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen