Psalm 119:57 (MSG)
As I ponder this verse tonight, I am taken back by the conviction of this statement. The Psalmist is basically pledging allegiance to God. He is clearly and concisely proclaiming that whatever God tells him to do.....he will do. Wow! How did the writer get to a point where he could proclaim this kind of undivided devotion?
I think I have the answer to this question. It's found in the words leading up to his pronouncement. The words..."because you satisfy me, God". When we are satisfied by God, we too will pledge our complete allegiance to Him. The question then becomes: How do I allow God to satisfy me?
To be satisfied by Him, I first need to be hungry. Matthew 5:6 (NKJV) states, "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled." So, therefore, to be able to commit our entire obedience to God, we have to first and foremost be hungry for Him! We have to empty ourselves of everything and allow Him to fill us to overflowing with His spirit. It is at that place, that we too shall be content and eager to take on everything that the Lord has assigned for our lives. It is at that pivotal point that our words will become the Psalmist's words...."I promise to do everything You say, Oh God!"
Lord,
Thank You for this amazing time of year that allows us to come together and celebrate the gift of Your Son~Jesus Christ. Please allow the trappings of this world to fall to the side, so that our focus can be found in You alone.
In the Holy name of Christ,
Amen
Because You satisfy me, God, I promise to do everything You say.
As I ponder this verse tonight, I am taken back by the conviction of this statement. The Psalmist is basically pledging allegiance to God. He is clearly and concisely proclaiming that whatever God tells him to do.....he will do. Wow! How did the writer get to a point where he could proclaim this kind of undivided devotion?
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| I watched these two as they searched for food right outside my office window a few mornings ago. |
To be satisfied by Him, I first need to be hungry. Matthew 5:6 (NKJV) states, "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled." So, therefore, to be able to commit our entire obedience to God, we have to first and foremost be hungry for Him! We have to empty ourselves of everything and allow Him to fill us to overflowing with His spirit. It is at that place, that we too shall be content and eager to take on everything that the Lord has assigned for our lives. It is at that pivotal point that our words will become the Psalmist's words...."I promise to do everything You say, Oh God!"
Lord,
Thank You for this amazing time of year that allows us to come together and celebrate the gift of Your Son~Jesus Christ. Please allow the trappings of this world to fall to the side, so that our focus can be found in You alone.
In the Holy name of Christ,
Amen
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