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Psalm 19

The heavens proclaim the glory of God. The skies display his craftsmanship. Day after day they continue to speak; night after night they make him known. They speak without a sound or word; their voice is never heard. Yet their message has gone throughout the earth, and their words to all the world. God has made a home in the heavens for the sun. It bursts forth like a radiant bridegroom after his wedding. It rejoices like a great athlete eager to run the race. The sun rises at one end of the heavens and follows its course to the other end. Nothing can hide from its heat. The instructions of the Lord are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. The commandments of the Lord are right, bringing joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are clear, giving insight for living. Reverence for the Lord is pure, lasting forever. The laws of the Lord are true; each one is fair. They are more desirable than gold, even the finest gold. They are sweeter than honey, even honey dripping from the comb. They are a warning to your servant, a great reward for those who obey them. How can I know all the sins lurking in my heart? Cleanse me from these hidden faults. Keep your servant from deliberate sins! Don’t let them control me. Then I will be free of guilt and innocent of great sin. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭19‬:‭1‬-‭14‬ ‭NLT‬‬

 


This psalm describes three ways that God is revealed – through creation, through
God’s Word, and through the inner life. Creation speaks of the Creator. When we witness the wonder of the world, we can give praise to the Maker. The Bible reveals God’s rules and story, it also explains human nature and the Savior’s remedy. The Lord is revealed in the reality of guilt. Humans long for forgiveness and redemption – both which can be found in Jesus Christ.

David described God’s Word with poetic passion – Scripture is perfect, right, and trustworthy. It is more desirable than gold or honey and is the best guide for life. How would you describe the Bible? Your passions reveal your heart, and you can always talk a lot about your passions. We don’t worship the Bible, but we can know the Lord through Scripture – the Father’s love letter to His children.

How can you grow more passionate about God’s Word? How has the Lord revealed Himself in your life?