1 The heavens tell about the glory of God.
The skies show that his hands created them.
2 Day after day they speak about it.
Night after night they make it known.
3 But they don’t speak or use words.
No sound is heard from them.
4 At the same time, their voice goes out into the whole earth.
Their words go out from one end of the world to the other.
God has set up a tent in the heavens for the sun.
5 The sun is like a groom coming out of the room where he spent his wedding night.
The sun is like a great runner who takes delight in running a race.
6 It rises at one end of the heavens.
Then it moves across to the other end.
Nothing can hide from its heat.
7 The law of the Lord is perfect.
It gives us new strength.
The laws of the Lord can be trusted.
They make childish people wise.
8 The rules of the Lord are right.
They give joy to our hearts.
The commands of the Lord shine brightly.
They give light to our minds.
9 The law that brings respect for the Lord is pure.
It lasts forever.
The directions the Lord gives are true.
All of them are completely right.
10 They are more priceless than gold.
They have greater value than huge amounts of pure gold.
They are sweeter than honey
that is taken from the honeycomb.
11 I am warned by them.
When I obey them, I am greatly rewarded.
12 Can I know my mistakes?
Forgive my hidden faults.
13 Keep me also from the sins I want to commit.
May they not be my master.
Then I will be without blame.
I will not be guilty of any great sin against your law.
14 Lord, may the words of my mouth and the thoughts of my heart
be pleasing in your eyes.
You are my Rock and my Redeemer.
~Psalm 19
Key Verse: “The precepts of the Lord are right, giving joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are radiant, giving light to the eyes.” Psalm 19:8
When you hear the word radiant, what comes to mind? The sun? Your husband or wife? A smile? God’s commands give light to your eyes! The eyes are the window to the soul. Scripture is designed to make your soul glow with contentment and satisfaction. You will be able to discern right from wrong in any context. God will enable you to walk on the heights!
To fear God is to listen to His voice and obey His word. Obedience sounds mundane for many people, but is actually like drinking from the source of life. The Word of God is more precious than gold, sweeter than honey, and you will obtain many rewards by following it. Cherish God’s commands and His warnings.
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