Psalm 19 (2)

A precept is defined as: a general rule intended to regulate behaviour or thought. God's precepts are not just right in the sense that they are logically correct; they are also 'pure, enlightening the eyes' (Psalm 19:8 NKJV). Their holiness overwhelms the eyes; their correctness makes our path clear. They're more than human ideas: God's laws are the guidelines from the one who is before time, and they bring his power and presence into any situation.

As Psalm 19's writer realised, by keeping God's laws, we get a heads-up on what's right and wrong that we wouldn't get from any amount of human study: 'By your teachings, Lord, I am warned; by obeying them, I am greatly rewarded' (Psalm 19:11 CEV). Our own danger-radar is glitchy at best. And just hoping to upgrade it won't do: we need an entirely new system. God's is faultless, and his laws reflect that, even if we don't always 100% understand it.

The writer of Psalm 19 has such a massive appreciation of God's law - there's no lip service while hoping, under the breath, that they didn't exist. His writing gives no doubt of the absolute marvel of God's ways, and how following his ways is definitely our best choice.



So what now? Continue to meditate on Psalm 19 today - pull it apart and imagine each powerful declaration. Thank Jesus that he is in your life, leading you into his perfect, loving and safe ways.







— SCRIPTURE —

'The precepts of the Lord are right.' Psalm 19:8 NIV
— SOULFOOD —

Jam 3-5, Luke 5:12-26, Ps 96, Pro 3:5-6