David Gives Himself A Pep-Talk
“Joyful are people of integrity, who follow the instructions of the Lord. Joyful are those who obey his laws and search for him with all their hearts. They do not compromise with evil, and they walk only in his paths. You have charged us to keep your commandments carefully. Oh, that my actions would consistently reflect your decrees! Then I will not be ashamed when I compare my life with your commands. As I learn your righteous regulations, I will thank you by living as I should! I will obey your decrees. Please don’t give up on me!” -Psalms 119:1-8 NLT One of my favorite people in the Bible is David. I feel like I understand him a little. He screwed up so many times and did things that many would see as unforgivable. So why then is he called a man after God’s heart? David was a passionate man. He understood what it is to be on his knees crying out to the Lord. He didn’t hide his emotions from God. He also understood true repentance. Reading Psalms feels a bit like reading...