Todays Bible Reading From American Bible Society: Psalm 119:49-64 (Good News Translation) God’s Word: Filling Us With God’s Wisdom Introduction Psalm 119:49-64: The psalmist expounds upon the comfort and safety that can be found in God’s Law. The fairness of God’s Law means that they serve to establish justice. Obeying God’s teachings brings protection, wisdom, and happiness. Today’s Scripture: Psalm 119:57 You are all I want, O LORD; I promise to obey your laws. Today’s Reading 49 Remember your promise to me, your servant; it has given me hope. 50 Even in my suffering I was comforted because your promise gave me life. 51 The proud are always scornful of me, but I have not departed from your law. 52 I remember your judgments of long ago, and they bring me comfort, O LORD. 53 When I see the wicked breaking your law, I am filled with anger. 54 During my brief earthly life I compose songs about your commands. 55 In the night I remember you, LORD, and I think about your law. 56 I find my happiness in obeying your commands. 57 You are all I want, O LORD; I promise to obey your laws. 58 I ask you with all my heart to have mercy on me, as you have promised! 59 I have considered my conduct, and I promise to follow your instructions. 60 Without delay I hurry to obey your commands. 61 The wicked have laid a trap for me, but I do not forget your law. 62 In the middle of the night I wake up to praise you for your righteous judgments. 63 I am a friend of all who serve you, of all who obey your laws. 64LORD, the earth is full of your constant love; teach me your commandments. Reflect What brings the psalmist hope and comfort? How does the psalmist respond to those who reject God’s Law? How does the psalmist express devotion to the Law of the LORD? In what ways do you demonstrate your devotion to God’s laws? Pray You, Lord, are my choice, and I will obey you. Thank you for the ways in which you have blessed me. Your promises are my source of hope and comfort. Amen. Prayer Concern Lawyers and judges who seek just interpretation of laws Tomorrows Reading Psalm 119:65-80: The value of the Law of the LORD.
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