Bible Verse for January 17th.

But his delight is in the law of The Lord, and in His Law he meditates day and night.

Psalm 1:2
NKJ Bible

As children of God, we should delight in meditating on the Word of God. As we read and reflect on His Word, our spirits are renewed and refreshed and our lives are transformed. The Bible is our Handbook for living. It contains the laws and guidelines that we need to live in a manner pleasing to Almighty God. In it, we find promises of God that are applicable to any situation we are facing, blessings that we can speak over our lives and answers to all of life's problems.

We need to be continually meditating on God's Word. As we do, our thoughts and actions begin to line up with the laws of God. We are empowered and find the strength and wisdom to carry on and obey the precepts of God. We need to ask God to open our hearts and minds as we read His Word and to make it come alive in us. We should try to memorize pertinent scripture verses and keep them hidden in our hearts and use them when facing trials and temptation. There is power in the Word of God. When we speak it, the devil must flee.

Thank you for Your Word, Lord Jesus. May I always keep it hidden in my heart to prevent me from sinning. Jesus, open my heart and my mind to understand and receive Your Word. Help me to never neglect meditating on Your Word. I love you Jesus. Amen!

Be Blessed!
Lydia