Beloved–
As a new Christian I decided to read the Bible through. I took the number of chapters divided by 30 days and chose to read that many pages each day. It took me 6 days to read chapter 119 in Psalms with its 179 verses. It has become one of my favorite Psalms. Following are excerpts from verses 75 to 100 that I use to pray God’s word back to him.
I know, O Lord, that your regulations are fair; you disciplined me because I needed it. Now let your unfailing love comfort me, just as you promised me, your servant. Surround me with your tender mercies so I may live, for your instructions are my delight…Let me be united with all who fear you, with those who know your laws… Your eternal word, O Lord, stands firm in heaven. Your faithfulness extends to every generation, as enduring as the earth you created. Your regulations remain true to this day, for everything serves your plans. If your instructions hadn’t sustained me with joy, I would have died in my misery. I will never forget your commandments, for by them you give me life. I am yours…Even perfection has its limits, but your commands have no limit. Oh, how I love your instructions! I think about them all day long. Your commands make me wiser than my enemies, for they are my constant guide.
I pray for you daily that the Word will become your constant companion; that a day without it will feel empty.
Luv Ya!
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