Living Rightly with God is Our Security

by Pastor Dennis

Reflections from Psalms 15

“A person who obeys God in everything and always does what is right, whose words are true and sincere, and who does not slander others. He does no wrong to his friends not spreads rumors about his neighbors.” Psalms 15:2&3

Living in this world is tough; no one would dispute that fact. Each morning we look at challenges of a new day, many we have no control over the outcome. We encounter situations that could change the course of a day or the rest of our lives. We could view the day ahead with a heavy heart or a thrill of adventure may be experienced. There is one need everyone desires, that being secure and following the right path in life.

The writer of Psalm 15 desired the same things we do, a right relationship with God. The solution seemed simple -- To obey God in everything and do what is right, always using words to build up other people and taking no opportunities to slander anyone – however, being human, this seemed difficult. As one looks at the completion of this Psalm the promise is sure, those who do these things will always be secure with God.

Security with God means to be held in the center of his hand. Each time we act in right ways, we feel God lifting us up. Even if we make a wrong choice and fall, we fall deeper into God’s eternal love. When our action lifts someone else’s spirit, the company of heaven rejoices with us. When life seems to defeat us, God weeps with us and turns our hearts to joy. All this he does so that you and I may live with him forever.

Dear Lord, turn my tears into dancing. Guide me to make right choices each day and encourage others in their daily challenges. May I feel your secure presence now and forever. Amen.

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