In the Lord I Take Refuge: Daily Devotions Through the Psalms with Dane Ortlund Psalm 119 - Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
Oct 16, 2025
Dive into the beauty of Psalm 119, where the joy of God's law is celebrated. Discover how His teachings are not just rules, but a pathway to true happiness. Reflect on C.S. Lewis's thoughts on the guiding nature of divine law. Experience the transformative power of scripture as it leads believers toward flourishing and joy. This exploration highlights the profound connection between God's words and our well-being.
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Affliction Teaches Love For Law
- The psalmist sees affliction as a teacher that can deepen love for God's statutes and increase understanding.
- Ortlund affirms that hardship can make God's law more precious and instructive for life.
Law's Breadth Versus Human Limits
- The psalm links survival in affliction to delighting in God's law, showing ethical commitment sustains the soul.
- Ortlund highlights the law's vastness: the commandment is "exceedingly broad" compared to human limits.
Use Scripture For Daily Direction
- Use Scripture as practical guidance: let God's word be a lamp to your feet and a light to your path in daily decisions.
- Meditate on testimonies and keep commandments to find direction and joy in ordinary moments.