Psalms 119:158

“I beheld the transgressors, and was grieved; because they kept not thy word.”

"I beheld the transgressors, and was grieved; because they kept not thy word." - Psalms 119:158
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What does Psalms 119:158 mean?

Psalms 119:158 (KJV) states, "I beheld the transgressors, and was grieved; because they kept not thy word." This verse captures the sentiment of the psalmist as he observes the behavior of those who have chosen to disregard God's commandments. The psalmist, filled with grief and…

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Grieved Yet Graced: A Reflection on Psalm 119:158

In the journey of life, we often find ourselves at a crossroads between righteousness and rebellion. Psalm 119:158 states, "I beheld the transgressors, and was grieved; because they kept not thy word" (KJV). This verse is a profound expression of a heart that deeply cares not…

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A Prayer for Compassion and Faithfulness in a Wayward World

O Gracious and Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, I am reminded of the poignant truth found in the sacred words of Psalm 119:158: "I beheld the transgressors, and was grieved; because they kept not thy word." Lord, I stand in awe of the depth of Your wisdom and grace…

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Psalms 119:158 - "I beheld the transgressors, and was grieved; because they kept not thy word."
Psalms 119:105  NUN. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. Psalms 119:106  I have sworn, and I will perform it, that I will keep thy righteous judgments. Psalms 119:107  I am afflicted very much: quicken me, O LORD, according unto thy word. Psalms 119:108  Accept, I beseech thee, the freewill offerings of my mouth, O LORD, and teach me thy judgments. Psalms 119:109  My soul is continually in my hand: yet do I not forget thy law. Psalms 119:110  The wicked have laid a snare for me: yet I erred not from thy precepts. Psalms 119:111  Thy testimonies have I taken as an heritage for ever: for they are the rejoicing of my heart. Psalms 119:112  I have inclined mine heart to perform thy statutes alway, even unto the end.
Psalms 119:153 - "Consider mine affliction, and deliver me: for I do not forget thy law."
Psalms 119:11
Psalms 119:174 - "I have longed for thy salvation, O LORD; and thy law is my delight."
Psalms 119:61 - "The bands of the wicked have robbed me: but I have not forgotten thy law."
Psalms 119:32 - "I will run the way of thy commandments, when thou shalt enlarge my heart."
Psalms 119:15
"Salvation is far from the wicked: for they seek not thy statutes." - Psalms 119:155
"For ever, O LORD, thy word is settled in heaven." - Psalms 119:89
Psalms 119:176 - "I have gone astray like a lost sheep; seek thy servant; for I do not forget thy commandments."
Psalms 119:119 - "Thou puttest away all the wicked of the earth like dross: therefore I love thy testimonies."
"Righteous art thou, O LORD, and upright are thy judgments." - Psalms 119:137
Psalms 119:3 - "They also do no iniquity: they walk in his ways."
"Thy testimonies that thou hast commanded are righteous and very faithful." - Psalms 119:138
Psalms 119:155 - "Salvation is far from the wicked: for they seek not thy statutes."
"Thou hast commanded us to keep thy precepts diligently." - Psalms 119:4
Psalms 119:24 - "Thy testimonies also are my delight and my counsellors."
Psalms 119:36 - "Incline my heart unto thy testimonies, and not to covetousness."
Psalms 119:70 - "Their heart is as fat as grease; but I delight in thy law."
Psalms 119:56 - "This I had, because I kept thy precepts."
Psalms 119:60 - "I made haste, and delayed not to keep thy commandments."
Psalms 119:45 - "And I will walk at liberty: for I seek thy precepts."
"It is time for thee, LORD, to work: for they have made void thy law." - Psalms 119:126
"Thy statutes have been my songs in the house of my pilgrimage." - Psalms 119:54
Psalms 119:151 - "Thou art near, O LORD; and all thy commandments are truth."
Psalms 119:150 - "They draw nigh that follow after mischief: they are far from thy law."
"The proud have digged pits for me, which are not after thy law." - Psalms 119:85
Psalms 119:103 (KJVA) 103 How sweet are thy words unto my taste! yea, sweeter than honey to my mouth!