Psalm 119

if you do not know, Psalms 119 is the llloooooongggeest book in the bible!

 The 176 verses of the Psalm are divided into 22 stanzas of eight lines each: one stanza for each letter of the Hebrew alphabet. In the first stanza, each of the 8 lines begin with aleph, the first letter of the alphabet; in the next stanza, each of the lines begin with bet, the second letter, and so on through the entire alphabet….

the kids, in the old times….and even now i suppose, as they were growing up, they didnt have school like us…studying A for apple, airplane, B for boy, ball…etc…but they read the this psalm. and it is like their pantun or kids songs they grew up memorizing and reading.

when i was told about this, it really hit me  - the first thing they learn to read is not apple or ball or cat…it’s the wonders of God. it is the word of God.

i went back reading…each stanza a day, or two a day…and it amazes me…it is all filled with wisdom to live a life that will bring blessings.

It begins with blessings…how you can live a life of blessings. by walking according to the law of God. Then how to keep we keep our ways pure? by living according to His words! 

It has been proven, that the first 5 years of life…it’s the time for shaping, development of many areas - sense, intelligence, skills,…etc. And when a child grows up learning the word of God…wow…how great is that!! before he learns anything else, he begins with knowing His God, how to keep the commandments and the statutes! it is just so amazing! A child since young, learns how to trust in God, how to turn to God and know that God is God! He is mighty and great!! Wonderful, beyong words to describe!

well, want to take up this challenge? lets read thru Psalm 119 together. Mayb just one stanza a day, if it is too much. I can tell you, once you started, it’s hard to just stop at one stanza. And jot down, what it has taught you, and what God is trying to tell you! It’s life transforming!! for me, and definately for you too!

 let me leave you all with Psalm 119:25-32 (NLT)

ד DALETH

25 I lie in the dust;
      revive me by your word.
 26 I told you my plans, and you answered.
      Now teach me your decrees.
 27 Help me understand the meaning of your commandments,
      and I will meditate on your wonderful deeds.
 28 I weep with sorrow;
      encourage me by your word.
 29 Keep me from lying to myself;
      give me the privilege of knowing your instructions.
 30 I have chosen to be faithful;
      I have determined to live by your regulations.
 31 I cling to your laws.
      Lord, don’t let me be put to shame!
 32 I will pursue your commands,
      for you expand my understanding.