Psalm 119:134 – Ransom
We are often oppressed by limited human conceptions and by letting our identity be set by other people. We need to be ransomed by God to realize our true worth.
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Book Recommendation: Man’s Search for Meaning
A friend mentioned this book on Facebook, and since I have greatly appreciated it over a number of years, I thought I’d post about it here. Frankl has a powerful story of surviving the holocaust and speaks of what sustained him in that experience. Key quote: Man is that being who invented the gas chambers…
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Psalm 119:133 – Mastery
The Psalmist asks God to direct his paths and not to allow any evil to have control over him. I discuss variations on this theme.
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A Note on Relationships between Texts
Various passages in the Bible relate in different ways. I give a sort outline of these relationships.
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Psalm 119:132 – Be Gracious
Praying for something God has already made standard practice is an inherently confident prayer.
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Psalm 119:131 – Panting
Going from words to meaning and from principles to sound action is hard work. We need to make the effort, but also recognize the reality: We won’t necessarily get there.
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Psalm 119:130 – Light
God’s word is everywhere. Will we perceive it?
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Psalm 119:129 – My Soul Keeps Them
Looking at obeying God’s laws because they are wonderful, going beyond “God said it and I do it.”
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Psalm 119:128 – All
God’s call is to keep all of the law all of the time, completely. Ouch!
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Psalm 119:127 – Better than Gold
What drives your life? Is it principle, or is it money and success?
