December 26, 2016: SOAP #2580:  Psalm 117; 119:81-176; 2John; 3John

Scripture:  Psalm (NIV) 119:152 Long ago I learned from your statutes that you established them to last forever.

Observation:  The psalmist had learned this lesson early in life.  God’s laws were not to be changed; they were designed to last!  God had given them with an eternal purpose that could not be changed.  Some laws were like promises made by God which were completed in Christ.  But the moral laws that were expressions of His character could only be changed if His character ever changed—and God does not change!

Application:  God’s law is not an expression of my character, but of God’s character.  I cannot change His laws to meet my preferences.  God’s law was designed to last forever!

Prayer:   Heavenly Father, the better I know you, the better I understand your holy requirements by which men will be judged.  Thank you for your Son’s sacrifice on the cross to pay for my sins.  Thank you for your Word and the presence of the Holy Spirit to help me live a life that pleases you.  I want to bring joy to your heart.  Amen

Pastor Leon
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