# 37 2016 Dev. Ps. 19:14. The purpose of these devotionals is to draw closer to God by memorizing selected passages of Scripture. Further, to view the passage in context and grow spiritually by applying His Word to our daily living with family, friends and others. All passages are taken from the NIV.
Psalm 19:14
“May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart
be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer”.
The Psalms in general is a five volume section in Scripture of poems, songs, and prayers all praising, confessing to, and petitioning God. It is a Book of intimate fellowship with our Creator. The structure of Book I, generally speaking, is instruction to live the godly life. Chapter 19 is part of a section in Book I framing “who may draw close to God” (verse 15 and verse 24). Applying this to today: Jesus qualifies all who follow Him to draw close to God and these Psalms are the back story of our relationship to our God in Christ Jesus today. That relationship is intimate and active moving all followers of Jesus to promote His Love, His forgiveness and His grace to those around us who are unaware of the redemption offered in Christ.
Verse 14 is a prayer that is rooted in the whole chapter. Chapter 19:1- 6 God is glorified in His creation, creation that screams God’s glory without one word. Verses 7-11 is God’s voice and glorifies God in His laws and precepts, they “are righteous, more precious than gold, they are sweeter than honey. In keeping them there is great reward”. Verses 12-13 is man’s voice glorifying God for his forgiveness and grace.
The above is the context of v. 14. The Prayer: May I know your precept and speak what pleases you my God! May I meditate on your laws O God directing my thoughts and actions! I trust you Lord and put my hope in you for my salvation and stability! “My Rock (Jesus) and my Redeemer”.
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