Devotion:
Read Psalm 119:106-112.
There is intensity in this psalmist’s commitment that is obvious in these verses. The psalmist makes a vow that he will keep God’s recorded rules and judgments. The biggest danger to his life is to fall into the snare of sin or to walk down the path to destruction. Therefore, his mind meditates on God’s Word day and night. This is his continual focus. He spends so much time examining the right path and trying not to be led astray.
Next we get a sense of the commitment in this man’s heart and will to keep God’s ways. Following God is more than an agreement of the mind with God’s Word. It is more than an emotional commitment of the heart. There must be a commitment of the will to keep the commandments of God. Loving God must involve this commitment of will and strength, to actually do what God has told us to do. This is absolutely critical to the life of true faith. We should all read, study, and try our best to live the life that God desires for us. It is not easy, but we need to be vigilant about obeying God’s guidelines.
Personal Worship Option:
The Psalmist committed to living out the Christian life to the end of his life. This is a forever and ever commitment. Are we up to the challenge that the Psalmist was? Do we take the commitment to try to live the way that God desires? Dear God, help us stay close to you through your Word. Amen.
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