Feb 14, 2025 · The format of Psalm 119 is an alphabetic acrostic, meaning that the first letters of each line in Hebrew follow through the alphabet, 8 lines per letter, thus 8 lines x 22 letters in Hebrew = 176 lines. One message of this psalm is that we are to live a lifestyle that demonstrates obedience to the Lord, who is a God of order (hence the acrostic ...

Jan 4, 2022 · 119 Ministries is a Hebrew Roots organization primarily operating through their website. The group’s name is a reference to Psalm 119, which speaks in depth about following God’s Law. 119 Ministries is extremely active on social media and the internet, with smartphone apps and an extensive library of online teachings.

Oct 31, 2022 · We get to know God and understand His plan for our lives through the Scriptures (2 Timothy 3:16; Hebrews 4:12; Psalm 119:105). Every Christian ought to pursue a consistent method of reading through the Bible. Listen Proverbs 2:1–5 conveys the benefits of listening to the Word of God: “My child, listen to what I say, and treasure my commands.

Oct 31, 2022 · For this reason, we ought to study it (2 Timothy 2:15), meditate on it (Psalm 119:97), hold firmly to it (Philippians 2:16), and hide it in our hearts (Psalm 119:11). Christians can say to God, “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path” because the Word of God is the living energy that actively provides illumination, insight ...

Jan 8, 2024 · Psalm 119 is remarkable for how often it refers to God’s written revelation, His word. It is referred to in almost every verse. The Masoretes (a group of Jewish scholars between the 6th and 10th centuries AD) said that the word of God is mentioned in …

Jan 4, 2022 · The overarching message of Psalm 119 is that great blessings belong to those who love, honor, and obey the Word of God. In the second stanza, the psalmist turns his focus to the purifying power of God’s Word, asking and answering this question: “How can a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed according to Your word” (Psalm 119:9, NKJV).

Jan 4, 2022 · Psalm 111 is a good example of an “acrostic” poem in Scripture. After the initial “Praise the Lord” in verse 1 are twenty-two lines to correspond with the twenty-two letters of the Hebrew alphabet. Each line of the poetry begins with a letter of the alphabet, in order. Another example of an acrostic or alphabetical poem is Psalm 119.

Jan 4, 2022 · The longest chapter in the Bible, both in the number of verses and words, is Psalm 119, with 176 verses and approximately 2,445 words (depending on the English translation). Why is Psalm 119 so long? It is an acrostic poem using the 22 letters of the Hebrew alphabet. Each letter is given a section, so Psalm 119 is divided into 22 sections.

Oct 31, 2022 · Psalm 119 is an epic poetic composition paying homage to the Word of God. The psalmist marvels at the excellencies and perfections of God’s Word, including its timeless, unlimited, and infinite nature. In Psalm 119:89, he observes, “Forever, O LORD, Your word is settled in heaven” (NKJV), punctuating the fact that God’s Word is eternal.

Jan 4, 2022 · The Bible also mentions people meditating on what God’s Word reveals about God: His works (Psalm 143:5), deeds (Psalm 119:27), promises (Psalm 119:148), and unfailing love (Psalm 48:9). Meditation in the Bible involves a pondering of …