Psalms 16:7-8 (LB)
7 I will bless the Lord who counsels me; he gives me wisdom in the night. He tells me what to do.
8 I am always thinking of the Lord; and because he is so near, I never need to stumble or fall.
As a result of the blessing and goodness of God, David praised the Lord because He counseled him at night (as well as in the daytime) and because He guided him safely. Because of this David knew that he would not be shaken from his walk of integrity and enjoyment of the blessings he had in the Lord.
SO WHAT? (what will I do with what i have read today?)
How does one "always think about the Lord?", as David tells us he did in Psalm 16:8?
Here a few ways.
1. Memorize scripture. Joshua 1:8 (NIV)
8 Do not let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.
The truth is memorizing scripture is the fastest way to grow spiritually. That's why it's probably so hard to do many times.
2. Set your mind on heaven. Colossians 3:2 (NIV)
2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.
Discipline yourself to worship and not worry. Train yourself to see How big God is. See/look the hand of God working in your life.
3. Think about noble things. Philippians 4:8 (NIV)
8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable--if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think about such things.
It's so easy to get sidetracked with hurt and thoughts of revenge or remorse or regret or whatever. Think about things that build and encourage and uplift others. Think about God's plan and purpose for your life. Think about how you have been blessed so you can bless others.
I love you guys. Stay the course, Stay faithful. ENDURE!
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