Psalm 119:81-96 ::: Finding Hope in Times of Despair

Psalm 119:81-96 English Standard Version Kaph 81 My soul longs for your salvation;     I hope in your word. 82 My eyes long for your promise;     I ask, “When will you comfort me?” 83 For I have become like a wineskin in the smoke,     yet I have not forgotten your statutes. 84 How long must your servant endure?     When will you judge those who persecute me? 85 The insolent have dug pitfalls for me;     they do not live according to your law. 86 All your commandments are sure;     they persecute me with falsehood; help me! 87 They have almost made an end of me on earth,     but I have not forsaken your precepts. 88 In your steadfast love give me life,     that I may keep the testimonies of your mouth. Lamedh 89 Forever, O Lord, your word     is firmly fixed in the heavens. 90 Your faithfulness endures to all generations;     you have established the earth, and it stands fast. 91 By your appointment they stand this day,     for all things are your servants. 92 If your law had not been my delight,     I would have perished in my affliction. 93 I will never forget your precepts,     for by them you have given me life. 94 I am yours; save me,     for I have sought your precepts. 95 The wicked lie in wait to destroy me,     but I consider your testimonies. 96 I have seen a limit to all perfection,     but your commandment is exceedingly broad. English Standard Version (ESV) The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers.ESV Text Edition: 2025.