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[expand title=”Devotion Text”]Psalm 1:1-3
Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither. In all that he does, he prospers.
Someone has said that every person should live a life that demands an explanation. One whose heart has been transformed by Jesus should demonstrate a refreshing difference that causes others to ask, “What’s up with that?” The Psalms begin by describing two paths from which to choose—the path that demands an explanation or the common and crowded path that needs no clarification.
The person on the path that demands an explanation reads and studies the Bible. They don’t forget God’s Word after reading a few verses. In fact, they think about it—reflect over it—throughout the day. They surround themselves with the right people as well. They don’t take the counsel of those headed in the wrong direction. This results in a stable life with deep roots that produce good fruit and God’s blessings. God’s eyes are always on them.
Those on the crowded path live lives with no eternal value. They are like chaff, the worthless husks of grain blown away by the wind in the threshing process. People on the crowded path may seem to prosper. They may even do good things. But in the end, God will separate those who know him from those who don’t. Those who walk in the direction away from God will finally discover that the common, crowded way leads to eternal destruction.
Talking Points
- Ask God to help you read and study his Word so that you can be like a firmly planted tree.
- Ask God to help you effectively teach his Word to your children.
Father, as we pray through the Psalms, show us clearly what path we are on. Help us determine in the depths of our hearts if we have trusted in Jesus alone as the only way to you. Help us see evidence of the new life that you have given beginning with the assurance that we belong to you. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
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