Morning Direction From Scripture 6-30-20

Posted on June 30, 2020 by joseph elon lillie under Pastor Wrinkles

TSADHE

¹³⁷You are righteous, Lord,
    and your laws are right.
¹³⁸The statutes you have laid down are righteous;
    they are fully trustworthy.
¹³⁹My zeal wears me out,
    for my enemies ignore your words.
¹⁴⁰Your promises have been thoroughly tested,
    and your servant loves them.
¹⁴¹Though I am lowly and despised,
    I do not forget your precepts.
¹⁴²Your righteousness is everlasting
    and your law is true.
¹⁴³Trouble and distress have come upon me,
    but your commands give me delight.
¹⁴⁴Your statutes are always righteous;
    give me understanding that I may live. Psalm 119: 137-144

What are the ramifications if God’s laws are right?

Evening Meditation 6-29-20

Posted on June 29, 2020 by joseph elon lillie under Pastor Wrinkles

Tsadhe

¹³⁷You are righteous, Lord,
    and your laws are right.
¹³⁸The statutes you have laid down are righteous;
    they are fully trustworthy.
¹³⁹My zeal wears me out,
    for my enemies ignore your words.
¹⁴⁰Your promises have been thoroughly tested,
    and your servant loves them.
¹⁴¹Though I am lowly and despised,
    I do not forget your precepts.
¹⁴²Your righteousness is everlasting
    and your law is true.
¹⁴³Trouble and distress have come upon me,
    but your commands give me delight.
¹⁴⁴Your statutes are always righteous;
    give me understanding that I may live. Psalm 119: 137-144

What does it mean that the Lord is righteous?

Mid Afternoon Meditation 6-29-20

Posted on June 29, 2020 by joseph elon lillie under Pastor Wrinkles

PE

¹²⁹Your statutes are wonderful;
    therefore I obey them.
¹³⁰The unfolding of your words gives light;
    it gives understanding to the simple.
¹³¹I open my mouth and pant,
    longing for your commands.
¹³²Turn to me and have mercy on me,
    as you always do to those who love your name.
¹³³Direct my footsteps according to your word;
    let no sin rule over me.
¹³⁴Redeem me from human oppression,
    that I may obey your precepts.
¹³⁵Make your face shine on your servant
    and teach me your decrees.
¹³⁶Streams of tears flow from my eyes,
    for your law is not obeyed Psalm 119:129-136

What keeps us from weeping over the wickedness of the world?

Morning Direction From Scripture 6-29-20

Posted on June 29, 2020 by joseph elon lillie under Pastor Wrinkles

PE

¹²⁹Your statutes are wonderful;
    therefore I obey them.
¹³⁰The unfolding of your words gives light;
    it gives understanding to the simple.
¹³¹I open my mouth and pant,
    longing for your commands.
¹³²Turn to me and have mercy on me,
    as you always do to those who love your name.
¹³³Direct my footsteps according to your word;
    let no sin rule over me.
¹³⁴Redeem me from human oppression,
    that I may obey your precepts.
¹³⁵Make your face shine on your servant
    and teach me your decrees.
¹³⁶Streams of tears flow from my eyes,
    for your law is not obeyed Psalm 119:129-136

What happens when God’s face shines on His servants?

Midnight Meditation 6-29-20

Posted on June 29, 2020 by joseph elon lillie under Pastor Wrinkles

PE

¹²⁹Your statutes are wonderful;
    therefore I obey them.
¹³⁰The unfolding of your words gives light;
    it gives understanding to the simple.
¹³¹I open my mouth and pant,
    longing for your commands.
¹³²Turn to me and have mercy on me,
    as you always do to those who love your name.
¹³³Direct my footsteps according to your word;
    let no sin rule over me.
¹³⁴Redeem me from human oppression,
    that I may obey your precepts.
¹³⁵Make your face shine on your servant
    and teach me your decrees.
¹³⁶Streams of tears flow from my eyes,
    for your law is not obeyed Psalm 119:129-136

What is redemption from human oppression supposed to be for according to this Scripture?

Evening Meditation 6-28-20

Posted on June 28, 2020 by joseph elon lillie under Pastor Wrinkles

PE

¹²⁹Your statutes are wonderful;
    therefore I obey them.
¹³⁰The unfolding of your words gives light;
    it gives understanding to the simple.
¹³¹I open my mouth and pant,
    longing for your commands.
¹³²Turn to me and have mercy on me,
    as you always do to those who love your name.
¹³³Direct my footsteps according to your word;
    let no sin rule over me.
¹³⁴Redeem me from human oppression,
    that I may obey your precepts.
¹³⁵Make your face shine on your servant
    and teach me your decrees.
¹³⁶Streams of tears flow from my eyes,
    for your law is not obeyed Psalm 119:129-136

What is the mechanism of God’s redemption from oppression and how does it work?

Mid Afternoon Meditation 6-28-20

Posted on June 28, 2020 by joseph elon lillie under Pastor Wrinkles

PE

¹²⁹Your statutes are wonderful;
    therefore I obey them.
¹³⁰The unfolding of your words gives light;
    it gives understanding to the simple.
¹³¹I open my mouth and pant,
    longing for your commands.
¹³²Turn to me and have mercy on me,
    as you always do to those who love your name.
¹³³Direct my footsteps according to your word;
    let no sin rule over me.
¹³⁴Redeem me from human oppression,
    that I may obey your precepts.
¹³⁵Make your face shine on your servant
    and teach me your decrees.
¹³⁶Streams of tears flow from my eyes,
    for your law is not obeyed Psalm 119:129-136

What does redemption from human oppression look like?

Morning Direction From Scripture 6-28-20

Posted on June 28, 2020 by joseph elon lillie under Pastor Wrinkles

PE

¹²⁹Your statutes are wonderful;
    therefore I obey them.
¹³⁰The unfolding of your words gives light;
    it gives understanding to the simple.
¹³¹I open my mouth and pant,
    longing for your commands.
¹³²Turn to me and have mercy on me,
    as you always do to those who love your name.
¹³³Direct my footsteps according to your word;
    let no sin rule over me.
¹³⁴Redeem me from human oppression,
    that I may obey your precepts.
¹³⁵Make your face shine on your servant
    and teach me your decrees.
¹³⁶Streams of tears flow from my eyes,
    for your law is not obeyed Psalm 119:129-136

What does it mean to be free from the rule of sin?

Midnight Meditation 6-28-20

Posted on June 28, 2020 by joseph elon lillie under Pastor Wrinkles

PE

¹²⁹Your statutes are wonderful;
    therefore I obey them.
¹³⁰The unfolding of your words gives light;
    it gives understanding to the simple.
¹³¹I open my mouth and pant,
    longing for your commands.
¹³²Turn to me and have mercy on me,
    as you always do to those who love your name.
¹³³Direct my footsteps according to your word;
    let no sin rule over me.
¹³⁴Redeem me from human oppression,
    that I may obey your precepts.
¹³⁵Make your face shine on your servant
    and teach me your decrees.
¹³⁶Streams of tears flow from my eyes,
    for your law is not obeyed Psalm 119:129-136

What is the connection between God’s word and His name?

Evening Meditation 6-27-20

Posted on June 27, 2020 by joseph elon lillie under Pastor Wrinkles

PE

¹²⁹Your statutes are wonderful;
    therefore I obey them.
¹³⁰The unfolding of your words gives light;
    it gives understanding to the simple.
¹³¹I open my mouth and pant,
    longing for your commands.
¹³²Turn to me and have mercy on me,
    as you always do to those who love your name.
¹³³Direct my footsteps according to your word;
    let no sin rule over me.
¹³⁴Redeem me from human oppression,
    that I may obey your precepts.
¹³⁵Make your face shine on your servant
    and teach me your decrees.
¹³⁶Streams of tears flow from my eyes,
    for your law is not obeyed Psalm 119:129-136

What increases a desire to know and live out God’s word?