I’ve been reading Psalm 119 as part of my Bible reading here in Western Montana on vacation and I’ve fallen in love with it all over again!
Psalm 119 is like a beautiful, multi-faceted precious diamond! God’s word is held up under the light of inspection and as you slowly turn it every incredible facet, every color, every surface is allowed to display the beauty, power and clarity of God’s word! I’ve been savoring it…relishing it…delighting in it every day. In the next days of my reading I’ll share some of the verses that especially impacted me (sometimes with a comment or two).
Today was no exception… From Psalm 119:153–160…
There’s a repeated refrain in verses 154, 156, and 159 that captured my attention: “GIVE ME LIFE ACCORDING TO…”
· “Give me life ACCORDING TO YOUR PROMISE!
· “Give me life ACCORDING TO YOUR RULES! [Your principles and guidelines]
· “Give me life ACCORDING TO YOUR STEADFAST LOVE! [Hebrew – “Hesed” … Your “covenant keeping, faithful love!]
Then the Psalmist ends with this wonderful conclusion… “The sum of Your word is truth! Every one of your righteous rules endures forever!” [My advice? Embrace the Psalmists conclusion as your own… You won’t be disappointed!]
I urge you to do what I’ve been doing as I READ Psalm 119 slowly… REFLECT on God’s word and then let it lead you to a life-transforming RESPONSE!
Coffee With The Lord 