Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Scripture

“Your decrees are wonderful; therefore my soul keeps them.” Psalm 119:129

Reflections

The evil one has a ludicrous play within his playbook; “If you do things my way instead of God’s way, things will go better for you.”  Time and time again, we fall for it.  We end up paying the price.  He plants thoughts like, “If you focus on serving yourself and yourself alone, you will do well.”  When we live that way, it sucks the life right out of us.  There is no lasting joy.  Life becomes shallow.  Misery lies close behind.  Deep within, it doesn’t feel right.

In contrast, when we learn God’s ways and put them into practice, we discover how life goes better.  The “do-s” and “don’ts” of God’s commandments are not restrictions to take all the fun out of life.  They stand as “caution signs” warning us of potential danger.  When we observe them, we discover the peace and freedom and joy that can only be found in Him.

The more we learn about the ways of God, the better off we are.  His word guides and directs us.  The more we incorporate them into our daily lives, the more we discover the abundant life that can only be found in Him.

Thus, we celebrate God’s decrees and commands.  They help us in our daily lives.

Prayer

Lord God, thank you for the guidance I find within your word.  Help me to align my life with your ways in order that life might go better for me.  In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Full Reading: Psalm 119:129-136