Teach Me
For the last few weeks, I have been reading through the Psalms in order for my daily devotional. This is a major departure from my reading strategy for the last eight years but so far it has been a blessing to go slower and focus more on smaller sections of scripture.
As I read, I am beginning to identify strongly with David as he pours out his heart to God, asking for mercy and blessing. It amazes me how each day's Psalm is just what I need right when I read it. I find encouragement on days when I'm down and thankful praise when I'm doing well.
About a week ago I came across this passage (quote from the NASB):
Psalm 25:4-7 Make me know Your ways O Lord; Teach me Your paths. Lead me in Your truth and teach me, For you are the God of my salvation; For you I wait all the day. Remember O Lord, Your compassion and Your lovingkindness, For they have been from of old. Do not remember the sins of my youth or my transgressions; According to Your loving kindness remember me, For Your goodness' sake, O Lord.
Since then I have been using this passage as a prayer before I do the rest of my reading.
God's Word really is living and active.
3 Comments:
That's a really good passage.
I tend to read Psalms when I am going through a hard time. I will read a bunch at one time. It never fails that I realize how great God is and how loving He is. They're great!
I've been reading in Psalms since I got to Japan and it never fails to be exactly what I need for that day, like you said. God is so good!
Post a Comment
<< Home