Psalm 19 (NLT) - Praise & Worship

Psalm 19
For the choir director: A psalm of David.

1
The heavens proclaim the glory of God.
The skies display his craftsmanship.
2
Day after day they continue to speak;
night after night they make him known.
3
They speak without a sound or word;
their voice is never heard.
4
Yet their message has gone throughout the earth,
and their words to all the world.

God has made a home in the heavens for the sun.
5
It bursts forth like a radiant bridegroom after his wedding.
It rejoices like a great athlete eager to run the race.
6
The sun rises at one end of the heavens
and follows its course to the other end.
Nothing can hide from its heat.

7
The instructions of the Lord are perfect,
reviving the soul.
The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy,
making wise the simple.
8
The commandments of the Lord are right,
bringing joy to the heart.
The commands of the Lord are clear,
giving insight for living.
9
Reverence for the Lord is pure,
lasting forever.
The laws of the Lord are true;
each one is fair.
10
They are more desirable than gold,
even the finest gold.
They are sweeter than honey,
even honey dripping from the comb.
11
They are a warning to your servant,
a great reward for those who obey them.

12
How can I know all the sins lurking in my heart?
Cleanse me from these hidden faults.
13
Keep your servant from deliberate sins!
Don’t let them control me.
Then I will be free of guilt
and innocent of great sin.

14
May the words of my mouth
and the meditation of my heart
be pleasing to you,
O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.