2 parallel passages: v.25-27 and 28-32: The psalmist first described his life-threatening situation, then he called out to God to help according to His word (promise). Then God answered/saved/removed him from the path of deceit. Then the psalmist committed to learn God's law. In the first section (25-27) the psalmist was committed to "meditate on your marvelous teachings." while in the second section (28-32) he elaborated what he was going to do in v.30-32.
2 things to notice:
1. The psalmist described the salvation of God as
119:29 Remove me from the path of deceit!
Graciously give me your law!
Graciously give me your law!
(Kel) The word of God is also a means of grace, as it keeps one away from the ways of the world … and as it renews an inner, burning desire to live a life of devotion to God v.30-32
2. The psalmist's commitment can be seen in v.30-32
119:30 I choose the path of faithfulness;
I am committed to your regulations.
119:31 I hold fast to your rules.
O LORD, do not let me be ashamed!
119:32 I run along the path of your commands,
for you enable me to do so.
Reflection: Do we show this kind of commitment to the Lord? The psalmist described his effort as "running." At the end he humbly said "for you enable me to do so."
I am committed to your regulations.
119:31 I hold fast to your rules.
O LORD, do not let me be ashamed!
119:32 I run along the path of your commands,
for you enable me to do so.
Reflection: Do we show this kind of commitment to the Lord? The psalmist described his effort as "running." At the end he humbly said "for you enable me to do so."
Audrey
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