(1) Repeated theme: firm
119:89 O LORD, your instructions endure;
they stand secure in heaven.
119:90 You demonstrate your faithfulness to all generations.
You established the earth and it stood firm.
119:91 Today they stand firm by your decrees,
for all things are your servants.
(Kel) The point is that if God’s word created and controls everything, then living in harmony with that word enables the believer to not only survive but overcome opposition...The meditation reminds us of the eternality, immutability, and comprehensiveness of God’s law. Moreover, for believers enduring persecution and suffering, this word of God has provided them with comfort and security
(2) Key verse:
119:92 If I had not found encouragement in your law,
I would have died in my sorrow.
I would have died in my sorrow.
If the universe stands firm by God, He is enough for all our troubles and sorrows. His sovereignty brings us encouragement. Instead of sorrow we can have encouragement.
Audrey
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