[1] The heavens declare the glory of God, and the skies announce what his hands have made. [2] Day after day they tell the story; night after night they tell it again. [3] They have no speech or words; they have no voice to be heard. [4] But their message goes out through all the world; their words go everywhere on earth. The sky is like a home for the sun. [5] The sun comes out like a bridegroom from his bedroom. It rejoices like an athlete eager to run a race. [6] The sun rises at one end of the sky and follows its path to the other end. Nothing hides from its heat. [7] The teachings of the LORD are perfect; they give new strength. The rules of the LORD can be trusted; they make plain people wise. [8] The orders of the LORD are right; they make people happy. The commands of the LORD are pure; they light up the way. [9] Respect for the LORD is good; it will last forever. The judgments of the LORD are true; they are completely right. [10] They are worth more than gold, even the purest gold. They are sweeter than honey, even the finest honey. [11] By them your servant is warned. Keeping them brings great reward. [12] People cannot see their own mistakes. Forgive me for my secret sins. [13] Keep me from the sins of pride; don't let them rule me. Then I can be pure and innocent of the greatest of sins. [14] I hope my words and thoughts please you. LORD, you are my Rock, the one who saves me.
