Key Ideas
Faith Fact
I will do what God says is right.
Faith Verse
Psalm 86:12 (NLT)
With all my heart I will praise you, O Lord my God. I will give glory to your name forever.
Question of the Day: How do God’s instructions help us live?
Read about It
Read: Psalm 19:7–14
Have you ever been in a car with a driver who was lost? There are several ways to fix that problem. You could use a cell phone to look up an address or directions. You could also stop and ask someone for help. One thing that usually doesn’t work is just to keep driving and hope that you end up at the right spot. Good instructions are the best way to get to the right place.
When it comes to our life, God has given us instructions that lead the direction He wants us to go. Those instructions usually come from the Bible and our prayer conversations with God. They also come in different forms. Sometimes God’s instructions are clear commands and laws, and other times they are general truths and wisdom. So, if you’re confused about where to go in life, listen for His instructions. They’re the best. Making the choices that follow His directions shows that we love Him and want to live for Him.
Talk about It
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Question 1. What are some ways these verses describe God’s instructions and commands? Answer 1. Perfect, trustworthy, right, pure, true (Psalm 19:7–9)
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| Question 2. Who should the words of our mouth and the meditations of our hearts be pleasing to?
Answer 2. God (Psalm 19:14)
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Question 3. What do these verses say the laws of the Lord are like? Answer 3. His laws are true and fair, more desirable than gold, and sweeter than honey. (Psalm 19:9–10)
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Question 4. What can we do if we have sins “lurking” in our heart? Answer 4. If we ask God, He will forgive us of any sin we have in our heart. He will also help us stay away from making the wrong decisions. (Psalm 19:12–13)
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Question 5. How do God’s instructions help us live? Answer 5. Answers will vary. |
Pray about It
Dear God, I don’t want just to act like a Christian. I want to worship You and honor You with all my heart. Help my heart to stay pure before You. Amen.