December 2, 2025 3:00 am
The psalmist's words in Psalm 119 emphasize the settled nature of God's word in heaven, promising its accomplishment and prosperity. Despite affliction and wickedness, the godly man finds evidence of God's faithfulness throughout the earth, and commits to seeking God's precepts to apply to all situations.
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Welcome to the Days of Praise podcast, a daily devotional by the Institute for Creation Research. The Settled Word. For ever, O Lord, thy word is settled in heaven. Psalm 119.89. Most who read the Bible regularly are probably familiar with these sweeping statements from the scriptures.
So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it. Isaiah fifty five eleven. For verily I say unto you, till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled. Matthew five eighteen. Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.
Matthew 24, 35. But the word of the Lord endureth forever. And this is the word which by the gospel is preached unto you. 1 Peter 1.25. On this foundation the psalmist made additional promises to his Lord in this stanza.
He noted the affliction that almost took his life, and the wicked who tried to destroy him, which are common enough occurrences among the godly. But in spite of the troubles in life, this godly man knew that the evidence abounds for God's faithfulness throughout the earth. God's seventy-seven rhetorical questions to Job centered on the evidence of his control and care for the universe. This sovereignty of God prompted the psalmist to reiterate his commitment to a firm familiarity with God's precepts and a continual effort to seek them. He knew that the wicked would continue trying to destroy, and that human affairs limit the possibility of perfection.
But the godly man would understand God's testimonies since they are sufficient to apply to all situations. If you've enjoyed today's devotional, be sure to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. And please rate and review so more listeners can find us. To support ICR's ministry, visit icr.org/slash donate. Your gift of any amount helps us to reach others with biblical truth and encouragement.
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