Introduction
Psalm 119:49–64: The psalmist expounds upon the comfort and safety that can be found in the law of the LORD. Obeying God’s teachings brings protection, wisdom, and happiness.
Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 119:57
You are all I want, O LORD; I promise to obey your laws.
Reading
49 Remember your promise to me, your servant;
it has given me hope.
50 Even in my suffering I was comforted
because your promise gave me life.
51 The proud are always scornful of me,
but I have not departed from your law.
52 I remember your judgments of long ago,
and they bring me comfort, O Lord.
53 When I see the wicked breaking your law,
I am filled with anger.
54 During my brief earthly life
I compose songs about your commands.
55 In the night I remember you, Lord,
and I think about your law.
56 I find my happiness
in obeying your commands.
57 You are all I want, O Lord;
I promise to obey your laws.
58 I ask you with all my heart
to have mercy on me, as you have promised!
59 I have considered my conduct,
and I promise to follow your instructions.
60 Without delay I hurry
to obey your commands.
61 The wicked have laid a trap for me,
but I do not forget your law.
62 In the middle of the night I wake up
to praise you for your righteous judgments.
63 I am a friend of all who serve you,
of all who obey your laws.
64 Lord, the earth is full of your constant love;
teach me your commandments.
Reflect
What brings the psalmist hope and comfort? How does the psalmist express devotion to the law of the LORD? In what ways do you demonstrate your devotion to God’s laws in times of suffering? In times of success?
Pray
Lord, the earth is full of your constant love, and I promise to obey your laws. Thank you for the ways in which you have blessed me. I trust in your promises, for you are my source of hope and comfort. Amen.
Tomorrow’s Reading
Psalm 119:65–80: The psalmist sees the value of the law of the LORD.
