Devotional Passage: Psalm 19:7-12
The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes. Psalm 19:8
About a year ago I took a basic accounting course at a local college. This subject was out of my comfort zone. Reading and comprehending the content in the textbook was a challenge to me. While I was stimulated by the chance to learn, I can’t say I enjoyed it.
When I want to read for enjoyment, I don’t pick up my accounting book. I turn to a western novel or a baseball story. In those moments I am refreshed by the opportunity to relax. Any learning is incidental.
How do we approach the Bible? Do we read for enjoyment or to learn? Do we read with only our spirits or with our minds as well? In Psalm 19 David developed a carefully constructed poem celebrating God’s glory revealed in the written Word. David affirmed that the Word refreshes the inner person and brings joy to the heart. But this Word also enlightens the mind with truth. What a treasure God has given us in His Word.
Father, thank You for Your Word. In reading it I find You and,
thereby, both my heart and mind are refreshed.
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