Good and upright is the LORD;
therefore He instructs the sinners in the way.
He leads the humble in what is right,
and teaches the humble His way.
All the paths of the LORD are steadfast
love and faithfulness,
for those who keep His covenant and His testimonies.
Psalm 25:8-10
I can search out my own way and find it only leads to death (Prov 14:12). Or I can follow His narrow road and run in the way of steadfast love and mercy. On this narrow road, He leads, and He teaches, He goes before, He comes behind, and He walks beside.
For Your name’s sake, O LORD,
pardon my guilt, for it is great.
Who is the man who fears the LORD?
Him will He instruct in the way that He should choose.
His soul shall abide in well-being,
and His offspring shall inherit the land.
The friendship of the LORD is for those who fear Him,
and He makes known to them His covenant.
My eyes are ever toward the LORD
for He will pluck my feet out of the net.
Psalm 25:11-18
My guilt is great but it holds no hope against the steadfast love and mercy of God (Lam 3:22). I know the way of the Lord always leads to the kind of life I truly seek. A life where I abide in well-being, enjoy His friendship, know His ways, and look toward Him - my Rescuer.
God, thank You that Your Word is true. Teach us Your ways that we may walk in Your truth, help us know Your friendship, Your mercy, and Your kindness. In Christ’s name, amen.
Walking,
AB