Psalms 19:7-13 NASB
“The law of the Lord is perfect, restoring the soul;
The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.
The precepts 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 forever;
The judgments of the Lord are true; they are righteous altogether.
They are more desirable than gold, yes, than much fine gold;
Sweeter also than honey and the drippings of the honeycomb.
Moreover, by them Your servant is warned;
In keeping them there is great reward.
Who can discern his errors? Acquit me of hidden faults.
Also keep back Your servant from presumptuous sins;
Let them not rule over me;
Then I will be blameless,
And I shall be acquitted of great transgression.”
Some days arrive heavier than others. Thankfully the Word of God is the balm for all.
We discussed this passage on Saturday night at small group as we were discussing how the word “blameless” seems unattainable. This Psalm connects blamelessness to willful sin. Presumptuous sin. Much more of a goal... seems more realistic, no?
And now here it is again, presented to me in a devotional email I receive each morning. An email that simply consists of verses to ponder. Me n my coffee n my Baxter and God’s Word. The Rx for the heaviest of mornings. ❤️
