Verses for Vessels
"Blessed is the one
who does not walk in step with the wicked
or stand in the way that sinners take
or sit in the company of mockers,
but whose delight is in the law of the Lord,
and who meditates on his law day and night.
That person is like a tree planted by streams of water,
which yields its fruit in season
and whose leaf does not wither—
whatever they do prospers". - Psalm 1:1-3
In today's passage we are invited to reflect on our steps, our stands, and our settled persuasions about the things of God. If God were to examine our conversations, our meditations and our activities, would they be found to be consistently godly? Or are we locked in step with the world on some issues, while claiming to stand for righteousness on others. When our curtains and shades are pulled apart would we be found to be truly different from the world that is lost, not knowing Christ nor the grace of God? Or would we be in danger of being lumped together with everyone else who mocks and scoffs at the idea of a loving, just and righteous God? Can you be seen to be truly different from the world, as a child of God?
As the passage shows, there is a blessing in Christ for those who walk the righteous path. Let us therefore seize this opportunity to renew our positions inwardly and outwardly to reflect the grace we have come to know. Indeed, the righteous think on the Lord and the wisdom of his ways all day long. Such a state of mind finds it easier to yield in obedience to God's commands, than the mind filled with the constant vacillations of the ungodly. As darkness increases all around us, it is time to shine the light, let it burn brightly. It is time to show clearly which path and which steps we have settled to walk in, as the blessed of the Lord.
Prayer: Dear Lord, let the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart, be acceptable in your sight always. Let me walk in your counsel. Let me stand on your Word. Let me sit with you in righteous authority and grace. May my thoughts be always on you and may my steps reveal you, each and every day. In Jesus name, amen.