Psalms 119:133
Steady my steps by your word, so that sin have no power over me.
Open English Bible (US)
In The King James Version
Order my steps in thy word: and let not any iniquity have dominion over me.
In Context
132Turn to me with your favor, as is just to those who love you.
134Set me free from those who oppress me, and I shall observe your precepts.
Cross References
Psalms 19:13Keep your servant from wilful sins – from falling under their sway: then blameless and clear will I be from great offense.
Psalms 40:3He put a new song in my mouth, of praise to our God. Many see it, and, filled with awe, put their trust in the Lord.
Psalms 121:3Your foot he will not let stumble: he who guards you will not sleep.
Romans 7:23but throughout my body I see a different law, one which is in conflict with the law accepted by my reason, and which endeavors to make me a prisoner to that law of sin which exists throughout my body.
Matthew Henry on Psalms 119:133
132 Look thou upon me, and be merciful unto me, as thou usest to do unto those that love thy name. Here is, 1. David's request for God's favour to himself: " Look graciously upon me; let me have thy smiles, and the light of thy countenance. Take cognizance of me and my affairs, and be merciful to me; let me taste the sweetness of thy mercy and receive the gifts of thy mercy." See how humble his petition is. He asks not for the operations of God's hand, only for the smiles of his face; a good look is enough; and… Read the whole commentary →