He wants our hearts. He gives us instruction and guidance. He loves us. He gives us this for our own good. He gives us the promise of life. He is faithful. He is our portion. He is love. He is justice. He is righteous
29Put false ways far from me
and graciously teach me your law!
27Make me understand the way of your precepts,
and I will meditate on your wondrous works.
26When I told of my ways, you answered me;
teach me your statutes!
24Your testimonies are my delight;
they are my counselors.
48I will lift up my hands toward your commandments, which I love,
and I will meditate on your statutes.
37Turn my eyes from looking at worthless things;
and give me life in your ways.
It’s so interesting reading Paul’s message in Romans about the laws and the commands the Jewish church in Rome were so determined to follow and measure the Gentiles worthiness against, and THEN reading this Psalm which is all about finding joy and love and justice in the laws—finding understanding and deeper faith in following God’s word.
It struck me how many times this chapter says “meditate”! On gods decrees, wonders, and precepts. Meditating requires slowing down, stillness, and quietness. We have to fight to incorporate each of those into our busy daily routines.
25 My life is down in the dust;
give me life through your word.
I needed this in the worst way today. I came home in tears from the toll my job and personal life have taken on me (physically and mentally). Thankful for the reminder that His love with always guide me on the right path.
Today is a special day for me, it is my first time having this drive to want to read my bible in a very very long time . I was always raised in a Christian baptist home and always felt the obligation of being the perfect Christian daughter in my family . I began to stray away from the pressure and that meant pushing everything out ! I realize now that I am doing this for myself and myself only for my personal connection with Jesus ! It is so amazing to know that there are other women willing to do the same thing in a living community
Praise God for your drive! Keep it up and trust in Him to help you through. I’m actually more than half way through and I know I owe it all to Him. I actually can’t wait to finish and start back all over again.
33-40
my whole life one long, obedient response.**
invigorate me on the pilgrim way.**
These words need to be words I pray over my own life. Also I love how the message version used the word ‘invigorate’ (to give life or energy), I don’t want to go day to day casually
46 I will speak of your statutes before kings
and will not be put to shame,
47 for I delight in your commands
because I love them.
These verses has really helped me with my struggle in the world today. I am delighted in my faith and should not be ashamed to show it.
Aaaaah! Like a warm blanket and cup of hot cocoa in the middle of winter. Psalm 119. My favorite. I was looking forward to hearing these words again- and next few Wednesdays too! I hope you love it as much as i do! It’s like a love song and a pledge of faithfulness to God. I feel all warm and in love with His Word – His way of leading, guiding, protecting, blessing us. I always think it is worth noting this psalm is 3x longer than any other psalm. It really drives home how important it is to have a living relationship with God’s Word and ways.
37 turn my eyes from worthless things. Amen! I have been struggling with wanting more money to buy a new house, a new car or splurge on a shopping trip. My prayer is for contentment. Turn my eyes from the worthless things and toward you.
so often we forget to truly come to the LORD with our ways, both good and back.. then we are disappointed when he’s not “responding” as we want.
I do this so often. I assume that God knows my problems, my thanksgivings, and my sins. But I need to truly come to him- then he will answer me!
I have been feeling so… Off lately. I couldn’t put my finger on it. I couldn’t think of any one thing that was weighing me down and yet I felt heavy, bogged down, like something was hovering over me and I couldn’t breathe. Today my church started a series on spiritual warfare and it was like a light turned on. Our pastor discussed the importance of BEING in the word daily, KNOWING the word intimately and MEMORIZING/writing it in/on our hearts. Then I read this Psalm and I feel like life has been breathed back into me. I think the enemy was just weighing me down, trying to cast me into my old traps of anxiety, stress and maybe even depression. But I have a great and mighty Father who came and provided me with just what I needed to get back up and keep going. Praise Him! Thank you Jesus!
Kristen thank you for those words, I’ve felt similarly and often forget about the battle that we face spiritually every moment of every day. this is so encouraging, praise the lord for my sisters in Christ.
Our pastor is also doing a series on spiritual warfare! Today he spoke on the weapons that we have against Satan – the sword of the Spirit (the word of God), and also PRAYER. I’m praying for all believers in these days, because I do think that the Church is under attack. Praise God, the victory is already won!
37 Turn my eyes
from looking at what is worthless;
give me life in Your ways.
38 Confirm what You said to Your servant,
for it produces reverence for You.
39 Turn away the disgrace I dread;
indeed, Your judgments are good.
40 How I long for Your precepts!
Give me life through Your righteousness.
41 Let Your faithful love come to me, Lord,
Your salvation, as You promised.
Truth! So humbling and so good! So needed! Like the air I breathe! So thankful for our good Father who gives so freely of Himself in His word! Thank God! In this broken life and terrifying world we have HOPE in HIM ALONE!!!
119: 36 Turn my heart toward your statutes
and not toward selfish gain.
37 Turn my eyes away from worthless things;
preserve my life according to your word.
There’s just so much to rest in over these 48 verses. The joy and trust and longing to be in communion with our God. Happy Sunday friends!
God is good! All the time!
He wants our hearts. He gives us instruction and guidance. He loves us. He gives us this for our own good. He gives us the promise of life. He is faithful. He is our portion. He is love. He is justice. He is righteous
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10 With my whole heart I seek you;
let me not wander from your commandments! – Psalms 119:10
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29Put false ways far from me
and graciously teach me your law!
27Make me understand the way of your precepts,
and I will meditate on your wondrous works.
26When I told of my ways, you answered me;
teach me your statutes!
24Your testimonies are my delight;
they are my counselors.
48I will lift up my hands toward your commandments, which I love,
and I will meditate on your statutes.
37Turn my eyes from looking at worthless things;
and give me life in your ways.
In these times storing Gods truth in our hearts is critical!
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11I have stored up your word in my heart,
that I might not sin against you.
It’s so interesting reading Paul’s message in Romans about the laws and the commands the Jewish church in Rome were so determined to follow and measure the Gentiles worthiness against, and THEN reading this Psalm which is all about finding joy and love and justice in the laws—finding understanding and deeper faith in following God’s word.
It struck me how many times this chapter says “meditate”! On gods decrees, wonders, and precepts. Meditating requires slowing down, stillness, and quietness. We have to fight to incorporate each of those into our busy daily routines.
So very true !!
37Turn my eyes from looking at worthless things;
and give me life in your ways.
10With all my heart I have sought You;
Do not let me wander from Your commandments. ❤️
36Incline my heart to your testimonies,
and not to selfish gain!
❤️
25 My life is down in the dust;
give me life through your word.
I needed this in the worst way today. I came home in tears from the toll my job and personal life have taken on me (physically and mentally). Thankful for the reminder that His love with always guide me on the right path.
I’m saying an extra prayer for you tonight. May God provide you with the strength and comfort that only He can.
Amen- prayers for Ericka.
Today is a special day for me, it is my first time having this drive to want to read my bible in a very very long time . I was always raised in a Christian baptist home and always felt the obligation of being the perfect Christian daughter in my family . I began to stray away from the pressure and that meant pushing everything out ! I realize now that I am doing this for myself and myself only for my personal connection with Jesus ! It is so amazing to know that there are other women willing to do the same thing in a living community
Praise God for your drive! Keep it up and trust in Him to help you through. I’m actually more than half way through and I know I owe it all to Him. I actually can’t wait to finish and start back all over again.
Agreed!
33-40
my whole life one long, obedient response.**
invigorate me on the pilgrim way.**
These words need to be words I pray over my own life. Also I love how the message version used the word ‘invigorate’ (to give life or energy), I don’t want to go day to day casually
I am so in love with this chapter. This is how I want to live and this is what my soul was longing for.
❤️!
Stay on Gods path and he shall bless you.
46 I will speak of your statutes before kings
and will not be put to shame,
47 for I delight in your commands
because I love them.
These verses has really helped me with my struggle in the world today. I am delighted in my faith and should not be ashamed to show it.
Aaaaah! Like a warm blanket and cup of hot cocoa in the middle of winter. Psalm 119. My favorite. I was looking forward to hearing these words again- and next few Wednesdays too! I hope you love it as much as i do! It’s like a love song and a pledge of faithfulness to God. I feel all warm and in love with His Word – His way of leading, guiding, protecting, blessing us. I always think it is worth noting this psalm is 3x longer than any other psalm. It really drives home how important it is to have a living relationship with God’s Word and ways.
That’s exactly how I felt while reading! So warm and cozy and filled with loooove haha
35 Make me to go in the path of thy commandments ;for therein do I delight.
Yes! I can’t on my own or even with help. Please God create a right motivation and focus in me.
37 turn my eyes from worthless things. Amen! I have been struggling with wanting more money to buy a new house, a new car or splurge on a shopping trip. My prayer is for contentment. Turn my eyes from the worthless things and toward you.
Love verse 17…reminds me of prayer of Jabez. Deal bountifully with your servant that I may live and keep your word. Amen. May it be so
This is so amazing! I’m so happy to dive back into the word!! Rough things become so much easier when my savior’s words are running through my head!
This is so amazing! I’m so happy to dive b
26 When I told of my ways you answered me
so often we forget to truly come to the LORD with our ways, both good and back.. then we are disappointed when he’s not “responding” as we want.
I do this so often. I assume that God knows my problems, my thanksgivings, and my sins. But I need to truly come to him- then he will answer me!
32 I will run in the way of your commandments
when you enlarge my heart!
Oh that my heart for God and his commands may grow each day. May it be evident to all and may it draw others do God as well.
36 Incline my heart to your testimonies,
and not to selfish gain!
So often I do things for my own glory or comfort. How different would my life look if I did everything for His glory instead?
yes!
Oops typo I left out *spoke*
Beautiful! Love these words of reminder and encouragement. Thank you Lord!
I have been feeling so… Off lately. I couldn’t put my finger on it. I couldn’t think of any one thing that was weighing me down and yet I felt heavy, bogged down, like something was hovering over me and I couldn’t breathe. Today my church started a series on spiritual warfare and it was like a light turned on. Our pastor discussed the importance of BEING in the word daily, KNOWING the word intimately and MEMORIZING/writing it in/on our hearts. Then I read this Psalm and I feel like life has been breathed back into me. I think the enemy was just weighing me down, trying to cast me into my old traps of anxiety, stress and maybe even depression. But I have a great and mighty Father who came and provided me with just what I needed to get back up and keep going. Praise Him! Thank you Jesus!
Kristen thank you for those words, I’ve felt similarly and often forget about the battle that we face spiritually every moment of every day. this is so encouraging, praise the lord for my sisters in Christ.
Kristen,
My pastor on the exact same thing! Hallelujah!!!
Our pastor is also doing a series on spiritual warfare! Today he spoke on the weapons that we have against Satan – the sword of the Spirit (the word of God), and also PRAYER. I’m praying for all believers in these days, because I do think that the Church is under attack. Praise God, the victory is already won!
37 Turn my eyes
from looking at what is worthless;
give me life in Your ways.
38 Confirm what You said to Your servant,
for it produces reverence for You.
39 Turn away the disgrace I dread;
indeed, Your judgments are good.
40 How I long for Your precepts!
Give me life through Your righteousness.
41 Let Your faithful love come to me, Lord,
Your salvation, as You promised.
Truth! So humbling and so good! So needed! Like the air I breathe! So thankful for our good Father who gives so freely of Himself in His word! Thank God! In this broken life and terrifying world we have HOPE in HIM ALONE!!!
119: 36 Turn my heart toward your statutes
and not toward selfish gain.
37 Turn my eyes away from worthless things;
preserve my life according to your word.
There’s just so much to rest in over these 48 verses. The joy and trust and longing to be in communion with our God. Happy Sunday friends!
Oh Lord how I you guide me! Psalm 119:41 May your unfailing love come to me, Lord,
your salvation, according to your promise;
9 How can a young man keep his way pure?
By guarding it according to your word. Lord guard my mouth to say only good and pure things
Psalm 119:10 I seek you with all my heart; do not let me stray from your commands.
A verse I will memorise to add to my daily prayer’s ❤️
Oh! Let this be my daily prayer.