Is God's Word a delight to you? Do we just "hear" the words of God's Word, or do we actually listen and pay attention?
There are two parts in this Psalm. The first speaks of general revelation that we see in nature – as in the starry universe, the treasures of the snow, or the beauty of sunrises and sunsets. Indeed, everything in life is meant to cultivate a spirit of thankfulness. But ultimately, the Creation ought to point us to our Creator.
The second part of this Psalm speaks of special revelation – that is, God's Word. We are given several attributes of the Scriptures, such as its purity and its truthfulness; but we are also told some of the positive effects that God's Word has on our lives.
The Word of God is to be desired more than honey and valued more than gold. Believers in foreign lands treasure the Scriptures and inscribe them on their hearts; but sadly, our Bibles too often sit on a shelf and collect dust. We need to understand that God's Word actually pays dividends in our lives, instead of regarding it as we would a handful of spare change. When we read and study God's Word, it is like putting cash in a wallet for us to withdraw when we need it.
How did you come to know the Savior? If God had not inspired His prophets to write His Words, we would not have a Bible that proclaims the good news of the Gospel of Jesus!
A Challenge to Fathers: Teach the Scriptures to your children!
A Challenge for Everyone: If you don't like the way the culture is headed, and you want to see reformation, bring the truth of God's Word to the culture.
A Challenge to Children: You may hear the Bible at home, but take some time to get to know the Scriptures on your own! |
