In the Lord I Take Refuge: Daily Devotions Through the Psalms with Dane Ortlund

Psalm 1 - The Way of the Righteous and the Wicked

Dec 1, 2025
Dive into the contrasts of life as the host explores Psalm 1, focusing on the judgment between the righteous and the wicked. Discover how this Psalm serves as a gateway to worship through God's law. The discussion guides listeners to reflect on the choice between divine instruction and empty voices. With vivid imagery of trees versus chaff, the exploration highlights the importance of deep roots amid trials. Ultimately, find joy and blessedness in delighting in God's Word and cultivating a fruitful life.
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INSIGHT

Two Ways To Live

  • Psalm 1 frames life as two distinct ways: rooted flourishing or blown-away chaff.
  • Embracing God's law produces deep roots that trials cannot overturn.
INSIGHT

Worship Changes Us

  • Singing Psalm 1 internalizes its values and changes us from the inside out.
  • Delight in God's law leads to flourishing that outlasts life's storms.
ADVICE

Choose Your Instruction Source

  • Choose today whom you will receive instruction from: God or fools.
  • Walk with God, soak in His Word, and take His yoke to be truly blessed.
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