The story of two Journeys | Psalm 1 – DFBC

The story of two Journeys | Psalm 1

Dr. Miguel Lopez

January 5, 2025

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To be life-giving we must first be life-receiving. In God’s story all life originates in God. God created the world by his Word and it is his Word that sustains our lives and gives us a chance to choose life. Psalm 1 outlines the first steps of our journey. In God’s economy, choosing life begins with trusting and treasuring God’s word.

Whyis delight in God’s word essential for a life-choosing lifestyle?

Delight in God’s word is essential for a life-choosing lifestyle because…

We live in a world filled with lifestyles characterized by destructive choices.
1. The way of the wicked, the sinner, and the scoffer Psalm 1:1.
2. Their lifestyle and their end Psalm 1:4-5.
God offers us direction in a world of confusion.
1. Direction: the law of the Lord Psalm 1:2, Psalm 19.
2. Our disposition: meditates– read, reflect, respond and rest- REMAIN cf. John 8:31-32.
With his direction God also offers his provision Psalm 1:3
1. God’s desire: Fruitfulness through faithfulness Psalm 1:3.
2. The assurance of those who trust in God’s word: God knows their way Psalm 1:6.

To choose life-Trust and treasure God’s word.

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