God’s Life-giving Word

 Ex 37-38; Psalms 19; Acts 11 

“The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving 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.”

Psalm 19:7, 8

The western world, like the ancient Romans, is increasingly investing in spa cosmetic treatments. David’s reflection on the value of internalizing God’s Word is like a much deeper spa for the soul. God’s Word brings our life into alignment with God’s ways as we listen and obey. Following God’s Word revives our soul, gives us wisdom, brings joy to our heart, and light to our eyes. People around us can tell if we’ve spent time in the spa of God’s presence, listening to his Word for us. As we value God’s words to us and savor them, they will keep us from foolish decisions, unwise relationships, poor investments, and wasteful  self-indulgences. Listening and obeying God’s Word is life-giving. Starting our day in the presence of the Lord in worship and the Word anchors and guides our day and the course of our life.

“Lord Jesus, your presence and Word is life, for your glory.”