March 19

Introduction

Psalm 25: Today’s psalm is a prayer for guidance, protection, and forgiveness. It includes a series of petitions along with affirmations of trust in God. The writer recognizes the Lord as our teacher; to learn, one must have reverence for God.

Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 25:4

Teach me your ways, O LORD; make them known to me.

Reflect

What does the psalm writer ask of God? What verses indicate the writer’s trust in God? Verse 12 says that “those who have reverence for the LORD will learn from him the path they should follow.” What do you desire to learn from God? Are you trying to walk in his paths? The writer refers to God’s goodness, kindness, constant love, and mercy. In what ways have you experienced these attributes of God?

Pray

Lord God, teach me your ways; make them known to me. Guide me along the path I should follow and order my steps this day. Thank you for your goodness, kindness, mercy, steadfast love, and faithfulness. Amen.

Tomorrow’s Reading

Psalm 26: A plea for God’s declaration of innocence.