PSALM 19:7-8

The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul.  The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple.  The precepts of the Lord are right, giving joy to the heart.   The commands of the Lord are radiant, giving light to the eyes.

TO PONDER

I had an urge to sing these verses and indeed David had directed them to the Director of Music, he had found great reasons to praise God.  He had no Bible to refer to but had all the records of statutes and laws God gave to the Israelites to learn about and understand God’s greatness.   When we understand God’s completeness we find our lives are drawn together and our souls refreshed, his plans are trustworthy and set in a way that is simple to follow.   David says the maps for our lives are designed to bring us joy, God’s directions are plain and enlighten us.                                                                                                                                            

In the world today we see many rapid changes and many do affect our lives; but we also have our own personal battles and these things have the power to drain us of joy, create a bleak outlook of the future, and at times, even a loss of hope.   These are the times to remain secure in God’s law, statutes, precepts and commands, they were made to bring peace and joy and understanding where God is, in the bad times as well as the good.                                  

PRAYER:  I thank you Almighty God that you have given King David the gift to write about you and how your Word is complete and trustworthy, I can navigate the storms in this life using your word as my compass.  Amen

Today's devotion written by Maureen Macpherson, LifeWay Newcastle