It took me just a couple of minutes to read this psalm. It is a wonderful psalm for the beginning of a new year. When we make God's word the delight of our life we find so much more than anything offered in this world. Like an ever watered tree is our life when we focus continually on God's word. As we spend time in the Bible our hearts will be more open to his leadership and love. We feed ourselves and provide God with the opportunity to continue the process of remaking our hearts to look more like the heart of Jesus, and our will to be surrendered more completely to God's will. The rewards that come with those action is beyond our wildest dreams. And I thank God for the gifts. Happy New Year!
Stuart
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Psalm 1
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Do You follow the same plan? I was considering to do the same challenge - but I just can't follow the simple instructions - so it is a lost case before I even start. But I will try anyway. I found some plans on line. and I will try one. Book-at-a-time Bible Reading plan. i am just so impressed that you are able to do this for that long - i guess i am too competitive! Anyway, I will pray God will reveal himself and will help his clay to be formed as the Potter wants it!
Olga,
Yep same plan. I'm boring that way. I will say I began this year reading with a not so positive attitude. I wondered if this regimented practice really serves any purpose. Then I read Psalm 1. In verse 2 were the focus is on meditating day and night on God's word. I wonder if the delight precedes the meditation or is the fruit of the meditation?
After that start I have been re-energized for the task ahead.
Keep in mind that God is more concerned with the time we spend with him than in accomplishing any goal; no matter how honorable.
Grace and Peace,
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