The Benefits of God's Word - Psalm 119

In Paul’s letter to Timothy, he explains that “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.” (2 Tim 3:16-17).

Psalm 119 is a long Psalm that is continously speaking about the benefits of God’s word. Below, Geoff draws out these benefits:

Helps us to walk in obedience – v1

The way we seek God – v2

Keeps us steadfast – v5

Keeps us focused – v6

Fuels worship – v7

Keeps us pure – v9

Keeps us on track – v10

Guards against sin – v11

Keeps our delight in the right place – v14

Brings revelation – v18

Cultivates longing for God – v20

Provides counsel – v24

Gives life – v25

Brings understanding – v27

Strengthens – v28

Helps us put false things away – v29

Teaches us faithfulness – v30

Enlarges our heart for the things of God – v32

Teaches us – v33

Helps us endure – v33

Leads us – v35

Turns away selfish gain and the pursuit of worthless things – v36-37

Confirms God’s promises – v38

Reveals God’s love – v41

Cultivates trust in God – 42

Gives us hope – v43

Provides comfort – v50

Shapes our songs – v54

Help us remember God – v55

Shows us God’s grace – v58

Teaches us good judgement and knowledge – v66

Stops us from going astray – v67

Shows us God’s goodness – v68

Gives us perspective in adversity – v71

Makes us truly rich – v72

Leads to praise in others – v74

A channel of mercy – v77

Robust enough to handle our questions – v84

Unchanging – v89

Sustains in affliction – v95

Reveals our need for salvation – v94

Gives us wisdom – v98

Constant companion – v98

Sweeter than honey – v103

Lights our path – v105

Gives us joy in our hearts – v111

Helps us avoid double-mindedness- v113

Fills us with reverence and fear – v120

Satisfies our longing – v131

Shows us God’s ways – v132

Keeps our steps steady – v133

Cultivates God’s heart for holiness – v136

Shows us what is right – v137

Speaks of God’s justice – v149

Helps us stand against persecution – v157

Cultivates awe and rejoicing – v161-162

Provides peace – v165

Guards us against stumbling – v165

Cultivates prayer – v169-170

Helps us – v175

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