I have always believed that David (the David in the Bible) is the most human of all the heroes of the faith. He experienced the depths of despair, paralyzing fear, and exhilarating joy. David was a brother, a son, a father, and a husband (many times over!) He was a singer, a musician, a composer, a soldier, a king, a man after God's own heart, and his words are relevant and profound, 2000 years after they were written.
In preparation for the week to come, I am listening to the audio version of Psalm 119 - it is on repeat, so it goes over and over and over...the sound clip is 16 minutes and 26 seconds long and there are some pretty applicable verses. I've included some of the here:
Psalm 119:39-41 (NIV)
Take away the disgrace I dread, for your laws are good.
How I long for your precepts! In your righteousness preserve my life.
Psalm 119:153-156 (NLT)
Look upon my suffering and rescue me, for I have not forgotten your instructions.
Argue my case; take my side! Protect my life as you promised.
Psalm 119:161 (NLT)
Powerful people harass me without cause, but my heart trembles only at your word.
Psalm 119:165 (NLT)
Those who love your instructions have great peace and do not stumble. I long for your rescue, Lord, so I have obeyed your commands.
Psalm 119:169 (NLT)
Though the arrogant have smeared me with lies, I keep your precepts with all my heart.
I am very thankful for these words....I will be meditating on them as this week progresses.
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