June 20 – Psalm 119:25-32

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Welcome to a Psummer of Psalms! Get comfortable because we’ll be here for the next few months! Our study uses the SOAP method of Bible study to seek an application for each reading (not sure what this is? Check out the What’s SOAP? tab). We have provided an example SOAP note below today’s reading. Join in this study by completing the daily readings and journaling using SOAP, and you are welcome to use the Comments section at the bottom of our homepage to share or ask questions.

Reading: Psalm 119:25-32 Daleth 25 I am laid low in the dust;     preserve my life according to your word. 26 I gave an account of my ways and you answered me;     teach me your decrees. 27 Cause me to understand the way of your precepts,     that I may meditate on your wonderful deeds. 28 My soul is weary with sorrow;     strengthen me according to your word. 29 Keep me from deceitful ways;     be gracious to me and teach me your law. 30 I have chosen the way of faithfulness;     I have set my heart on your laws. 31 I hold fast to your statutes, Lord;     do not let me be put to shame. 32 I run in the path of your commands,     for you have broadened my understanding.

SOAP Note

Revival! | Kathy Page

Scripture

Psalm 119:25

Observation

The Psalmist is in a great trial of affliction.  It is very deep within his soul.  But, he understood that his greatest need was not the problem, but was the condition of his soul.  He goes to God in prayer asking God to breathe new life in him, to revive him just as God promised.  He wanted his soul to be revived again to the sweet blessedness of fellowship with the Lord deep within.

Application

When you are down, when you feel so low and so broken in your spirit, who or what do you turn to revive your spirit?   Food?   Entertainment?  Do we just give in to despair.  OR do we turn to God and allow Him to do His Holy CPR on our souls and revive us. There are times when God does not ask us to be courageous and strong, but to be still and let Him do what only He can do within us.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, when we are spiritually dry, revive us according to Your Word.  Blow Your breath of life into our souls and revive us!  Help us to choose faithfulness and hold on tightly to Your Word, claiming Your promises.  In Jesus’ Name. AMEN!

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