Psalm 19:7-9
The law of the Lord is perfect, refreshing the soul. The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. The precepts of the Lord are right, giving joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are radiant, giving light to the eyes. The fear of the Lord is pure, enduring forever. The decrees of the Lord are firm, and all of them are righteous.
For several years I ministered as a Christian Counselor at a large church and, later, in my own counseling service. There was a constant stream of individuals or couples who were facing a variety of problems that seemed insurmountable. I knew that I was not able to come up with the solution, so I was constantly in prayer for divine wisdom in trying to discover an answer.
My prayer was supported constantly by the infallible Word of God. Where man’s wisdom falls short of answers, God’s Word comes through each and every time. Today’s Scripture is an absolutely fantastic guide for us all. Look at the truth we find here:
- God’s Law: It is perfect and refreshes the soul!
- God’s Statutes: They are trustworthy and make even the simple minded wise!
- God’s Precepts: They are right and bring joy to the heart!
- God’s Commands: They are radiant and give light to the eyes!
- Our Fear of the Lord: It is pure and endures forever!
- God’s Decrees: They firm and all of them are righteous!
Read that list over once again. Five of the six are issued from God to us here on the earth: His Law, His Statutes, His Precepts, His Commands, and His Decrees. There is only one thing mentioned that reflects an action on our part, and that is to have a reverential fear of the Lord. That direction on our part takes away a self-centered focus and begins the ultimate healing process. That, my dear reader, is how to resolve the problems you are facing in your life. Try it!
Blessings dear hearts! Draw near to God today, trust Him completely and be a blessing!
—Pastor Cecil