The Statutes Of The Lord Are Trustworthy

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.

They are more precious than gold, than much pure gold; they are sweeter than honey, than honey from the honeycomb. By them your servant is warned; in keeping them there is great reward.

Psalm 19:7-11

Are you looking for encouragement? Do you need a boost today because of all the bad news around you? The psalmist David can lift your spirit in an unexpected way through some words we often think of as negative. The reality is that we all need law, commandments, statutes, and decrees. If we do not abide by these standards we stray from the path our Lord has chosen for us.

Obedience to God’s Word is the Christian’s greatest freedom.

Our Daily Bread – December 6, 2012