Lord Jesus, thank You for sending Your Word to me. You created this entire place for me to live, the planet, solar system, universe; much like I would plan a nursery for a loved and expected baby.
You worked out everything just right – gravity, air pressure, temperature, light, radiation – more things than I can imagine – to work together perfectly to sustain my life. Just seeing this amazing creation communicates the existence of the designer.
Somehow, Your existence was translated down so that even in places where no
modern man has ever been, people know of and worship You. But for me, You made sure there was a written record of Your presence, of Your purpose, and of Your love for me.
“Your Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.” When it is dark, unseen hazards can trip me up, causing falls and even injuries. Things that could be stepped over or around if seen become potentially dangerous obstacles.
So it is in life. Even when the sun is out and visibility is good, unseen things are at work that can cause problems. Emotions, motivations, misinformation and schemes can all trip me up. Your Word can help me be aware of and deal with such issues so I can avoid the potential fall or injury.
Your Word shines a light on my circumstances by giving me perspective. Or by helping me see truth. Or by making me wise to my own condition. It gives me guidance in how to make decisions.
Your Word provides me with a moral compass. It reminds me that my value comes from You, not the world’s view of success. It warns me of things like “pride goes before a fall” and “better to have a little honestly than much by illicit gain.”
By illuminating truth with Your Word, You keep my feet steady on the path and keep me from stumbling. “Accept O Lord, the willing praise from my mouth.” Thank You! Thank You! Amen
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