Psalms 119:41-64
The Word of God orders the whole life of the believer. It allows him to reply when someone has done him wrong, not necessarily in words but with the patience and confidence which it teaches him (v. 42). Because it is "the word of truth" (v. 43), it gives the man of God assurance and authority when he speaks and a holy liberty in his walk. Why are we often so shy in our small witness? Precisely because we lack that inner power and conviction which the Word of truth communicates when it is believed, loved and meditated upon. "Thy statutes have been my songs . ." (v. 54). What a Lord we have! Of which head of state, even if he were the best, could it be said that his commandments bring joy to those who have to submit to them?
Vv. 57-64 show us the heart of the believer who is dedicated to walking in line with the Lord’s will: "I thought on my ways . . ." (v. 59), says the faithful one; then afterwards "and turned my feet." How often it is, sadly, that we behave in the reverse way. Remember also v. 63: "I am a companion of all them . . . that keep thy precepts" (see vv. 79, 115). Let us ask ourselves with whom do we keep company (Proverbs 13:20).