Reflections on TruthBeispiel

When I think of a guide, my mind immediately goes to an image of someone leading a big group of tired tourists around a bustling historical monument, giving commentary that nobody really seems interested in! However, I’m sure that King David had something totally different in his thoughts when he wrote this Psalm. He was asking God to guide him in spiritual truth – the absolute biblical truth, not the relative “truth” that the world seems to make up as it goes along. He knew he needed God’s help to teach him that truth – spiritual truth needs spiritual insight. Remember that Jesus described himself as the Truth in John 14:6 In order to be taught, we need to come to God with open hearts and an attitude that is willing to learn. We need that unmovable, unchangeable truth to be our anchor in life.

David addresses God as his Saviour – another key truth that we need to remember. The fullest blessings of God are available to His children – those who have accepted His free gift of salvation. Yes, God is God, but He is also our precious Saviour. None of us can get to God on our own merits; we need a Saviour.

The last phrase in this verse is a great encouragement and a wonderful reminder of the truth that God has promised to never leave nor forsake us. The hope that He offers is not sporadic or fleeting, but consistent and eternal. David declared that he could go through his day, all 24 hours of it, knowing that hope all day long. When we truly know God, it’s exactly the same for us. There is never even a minute that we don’t have access to God, and the onus is on us to remember that and enjoy the journey. Let’s be encouraged by this simple but deep verse, walking each day with our Saviour, being taught and guided by Him into the truth.

Prayer:

Lord, thank You that you are both our God and our Saviour. Thank you for the truth of your word and your promises. Please teach us, guide us and give us spiritual insight that we may know You better and serve You. In Jesus’ name. Amen.