A Word from Psalm 19

Wouldn't it be great to start the new work week knowing that you've got access to everything you need to live a whole, joyful, and fruitful life? 

Well, guess what? You do! In this moment ~ and every moment ~ you've been granted access to the Word of God and to the wisdom of the Holy Spirit, who makes that Word come alive in our hearts. And as today's word from Psalm 19 reminds us, God's Word is given to teach us more ~ and to delight us more ~ than anything else we could rely on to give our lives direction and meaning.

"The revelation of GOD is whole and pulls our lives together," God's poet says.

"The signposts of GOD are clear and point out the right road. 

The life-maps of GOD are right, showing the way to joy. 

The directions of GOD are plain and easy on the eyes. 

GOD’s reputation is twenty-four-carat gold, with a lifetime guarantee. 

The decisions of GOD are accurate down to the nth degree. 

God’s Word is better than a diamond, 

     better than a diamond set between emeralds. 

You’ll like it better than strawberries in spring, 

     better than red, ripe strawberries." (19:7-10; The Message)

So, today and every day this week, may we listen to, and obey, and find joy in God's Word! So that it can lead us into life ~ and can make us the kind of people who share life with others. Amen.