I have done justice and righteousness;
Do not leave me to my oppressors.Be surety for Your servant for good;
Do not let the arrogant oppress me.My eyes fail with longing for Your salvation
And for Your righteous word.Deal with Your servant according to Your lovingkindness
And teach me Your statutes.I am Your servant; give me understanding,
That I may know Your testimonies.It is time for the Lord to act,
For they have broken Your law.Therefore I love Your commandments
Above gold, yes, above fine gold.Therefore I esteem right all Your precepts concerning everything,
I hate every false way.(Psalm 119:121-128)
The psalmist made a contrast between the commandments of God and gold. As we consider these verses, we can see why the riches of God’s word are so much more valuable than gold.
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