The statutes of the Lord are trsutworthy. Psalm 19:7
A rugged, cast-iron ring stood strong against the harsh Minnesota winter as it hung on the doorframe of my great uncle's old farmhouse. More than a hundred feet away was another ring, firmly fixed to the daily barn. When there was a blizzard, my uncle would attach a line between both rings so he could find the path between the house and the barn. Keeping a firm grip on the line kept him from losing his way in the blinding snow.
My uncle's use of a safety line in a snowstorm reminds me of how David used lines of Hebrew poetry to trace how God's wisdom guides us through life and guards us against sin and error: "The decrees of the Lord are firm, and all of them are righteous. They are more precious than Gold, than much pure gold; they are sweeter than honey, than honey from the honeycomb. By them your servan is warned; in keeping them there is great reward" (PSALM 19:9-11).
A firm grasp of the truths of Scripture informed by God's spirit working in our hearts keeps us from losing our way aand helps us make decisions that honour God and others. The bible warns us against wandering from God and shows us the way home. It tells us of the priceless love of our savior and the blessings that await all who place their faith in Him. Scripture is a lifeline! May God help us cling to it always.
7 The law of the Lord is perfect,
refreshing the soul.
The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy,
making wise the simple.
8 The precepts of the Lord are right,
giving joy to the heart.
The commands of the Lord are radiant,
giving light to the eyes.
9 The fear of the Lord is pure,
enduring forever.
The decrees of the Lord are firm,
and all of them are righteous.
10 They are more precious than gold,
than much pure gold;
they are sweeter than honey,
than honey from the honeycomb.
11 By them your servant is warned;
in keeping them there is great reward.
12 But who can discern their own errors?
Forgive my hidden faults.
13 Keep your servant also from willful sins;
may they not rule over me.
Then I will be blameless,
innocent of great transgression.
14 May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart
be pleasing in your sight,
Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer.
INSIGHT
- What promises from Scripture give you hope?
- In what ways will you hold on to its truths today?
PRAYER
Heavenly Father, help me to treasure Your teachings today. Thank You for the rich, deep blessings of Scripture! In Jesus name, I pray. Amen!!
Read: Psalm 19:7-14 (NIV) | Bible in a Year: Jeremiah 24-26; Titus 2
