Psalm 1:1-6

TWO WAYS OF LIFE

Keywords 1:2a

But his delight is in the law of the LORD,

 

1. The way of the righteous (1-3)

The righteous do not listen to the advice of the wicked, and do not hang around those who deny God or those who are immoral, and they do not join in with the people who treat God and his people with contempt. Rather, their joy is in God’s word-the law of God they meditate on day and night. Like a fruitful tree planted by the waterfront, their life is deeply rooted in God’s word and is nourished and strengthened by it. They become prosperous in all they do, for the LORD watches over and blesses them. They are the ones who are truly blessed.

 

2. The way of the wicked (4-6)

However, the way of the wicked is like a chaff of the wind that blows away. All their busy activities will be like chasing after the wind- nothing that will lead them nowhere. Their life has no root, no meaning, and no fruit. They seem to be free and wise, but are restless wanderers on earth and will face destruction and judgment in the end.

 

Prayer Lord, thank you for redeeming me from the empty way of life by the precious blood of Jesus. Help me to walk closely with you by meditating on your word with delight.

One Word God’s word is my delight