Psalm 119
9. How can a young man keep his way pure? By keeping it according to Your word.
10. With all my heart I have sought You; Do not let me wander from Your commandments.
11. Your word I have treasured in my heart, that I may not sin against You.
12. Blessed are You, O LORD; Teach me Your statutes.
13. With my lips I have told of all the ordinances of Your mouth.
14. I have rejoiced in the way of Your testimonies, as much as in all riches.
15. I will meditate on Your precepts and regard Your ways.
16. I shall delight in Your statutes; I shall not forget Your word.
Even in this age of technological marvels, there are still many people who suffer a deficiency exposed by a telltale sign: a flashing “12:00” on the VCR. Isn’t it odd that a person can operate a motor vehicle at 70 mph, microwave an entire meal in three minutes, and navigate through the Internet’s information superhighway and yet not know how to set a simple clock?
Is the solution so complicated? Is the answer to this riddle so deeply hidden that only a few brave souls dare to seek it out? No, of course not! There is only one reason why this technical tipoff is so common: people do not read the instruction book.
When we purchase a new gizmo or appliance, we always find within the package an instruction book. And, what does this book contain? It has all the answers we need to get the most out of our new purchase.
Do you realize that the Christian life is the same way? Scripture declares that, when we come to faith in Jesus Christ, we are “new creations.” (2 Corinthians 5:17) To get the most out of our new life, we are given an instruction book: the Bible. This is far more than a simple guide that teaches how to act or what to say; this Book tells us exactly how to live a life that is pleasing to God.
Is your Christian walk stuck? Do you have the proverbial “12:00” flashing in your life, indicating that you have set aside your Instruction Book? Pick it up today for a fresh look, and enjoy God’s perfect how-to manual. |