September 9

Introduction

Psalm 19: This famous psalm connects the wonders of God’s creation and the goodness of God’s law. It describes how the orderly creation reveals God’s glory. Just as God’s law gives shape to his creation, so, too, does it give new life to his people. God’s teachings help people to live rightly.

Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 19:8a

The laws of the LORD are right, and those who obey them are happy.

Reflect

The Hebrew word for “law” means “instruction, direction, teaching.” God’s teachings include written commandments and the accounts of his interactions with the people he calls (especially the books of Genesis through Deuteronomy). According to verses 7 and 8 in today’s psalm, “the law of the LORD is perfect” and gives new strength, and the commands of the LORD give wisdom and understanding. What impact does the “law of the LORD” have on your life?

Pray

O Lord God, your law is perfect, trustworthy, and just. May my words and my thoughts be acceptable to you, O LORD, my refuge and my redeemer. Amen.

Tomorrow’s Reading

Psalm 49: A psalm about the foolishness of trusting in riches.