“More to be desired are they than gold, yea, than much fine gold: sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb. Moreover, by them is thy servant warned: and in keeping of them there is great reward.” Psalm 19:10-11
The teachings of God’s Word are more valuable than fine gold and sweeter than honey and the honeycomb because they reveal to us both the judgments and the mercy of the LORD God, who created us and gave us life. Through His Word, God reveals His holy will for us and warns us of the consequences of going astray. And those who hear and heed His Word, repenting of their sinful and erring ways and looking to God for mercy and forgiveness in the shed blood of Christ Jesus, have the reward of God’s pardon and forgiveness and eternal life in fellowship with Him.
Give me a love for Your Word, O LORD, and the wisdom to hear and heed its message, that I might receive Your mercy and forgiveness in Christ Jesus and then walk in communion with You. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
[Scripture is quoted from the Revised 1883 Webster Version of the Bible.]
“The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple. The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes. The fear of the LORD is clean, enduring for ever: the judgments of the LORD are true and righteous altogether.” Psalm 19:7-9
While all of creation testifies to us of the existence, power, and wisdom of our Creator, it is the Word of God that reveals to us who this God is and converts our lost and sinful souls to faith in our Maker. The revelation of God recorded for us in the Bible gives wisdom to the simple, joy to the heart, and light to our eyes. It reveals who God is, His perfect will for us, and what He has done to save us from our sinful and erring ways and to grant us salvation and new life in Him.
We thank You, O LORD, for enlightening our eyes with the truth of Your Word and calling us back to You through faith in Christ Jesus, Your Son, and our Savior. Amen.
[Scripture is quoted from the Revised 1883 Webster Version of the Bible.]
“There is no speech nor language, where their voice is not heard. Their line hath gone out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the world. In them hath he set a tabernacle for the sun, which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, and rejoiceth as a strong man to run a race. His going forth is from the end of the heaven, and his circuit to its ends: and there is nothing hid from his heat.” Psalm 19:3-6
There is no place in this world — no speech nor language — where the testimony of creation (the sun, the moon, and the stars) is not seen and heard. No one can say, “I didn’t know there is an all-wise and all-powerful Creator who has created and still preserves all things.” God’s creation testifies to His existence, His wisdom, and His power. All of creation calls us to seek out our Creator and learn of Him!
Grant that we seek You, O LORD, for in You “we live, and move, and have our being” (Acts 17:24ff.). Let us see in Your creation Your infinite wisdom and power, and let us learn from Your Word of Your merciful plan for our salvation and eternal fellowship with You. We pray in Jesus’ name. Amen.
[Scripture is quoted from the Revised 1883 Webster Version of the Bible.]
“The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament showeth his handiwork. Day to day uttereth speech, and night to night showeth knowledge.” Psalm 19:1-2
Much can be learned about a man from his works — His skill and his workmanship. Consider the heavens — the sun, the moon, and the stars. What do they say to us about the Creator? They glorify Him and reveal His unfathomable wisdom and His limitless power. Each day and each night testify to God’s wisdom and strength. If only we would listen and seek Him!
O all-wise and all-powerful God, grant that we consider Your works and glorify Your name, trusting in You and the salvation You have provided for us in the Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.
[Scripture is quoted from the Revised 1883 Webster Version of the Bible.]
“And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.” John 1:14
God the Son, the creator of all, took on human flesh and blood and was born into this world of the Virgin Mary to be our Savior. The Apostle John and his fellow disciples saw the glory of Christ Jesus — the same glory possessed by God the Father — in Jesus’ mighty works, His transfiguration, resurrection, and ascension. Jesus brings us God’s undeserved love and mercy, and He brings God’s truth, which reveals our sins but also forgiveness and life through faith alone in Christ Jesus.
Grant, dear Jesus, that we recognize You as the only-begotten Son of the Father, come into this world a true man that You might atone for our sins and grant to all who trust in You eternal salvation. Amen.
[Scripture is quoted from the Revised 1883 Webster Version of the Bible.]
