This is my view from the brown couch I sit on every morning. Bible open, reading glasses for my getting-older eyes, in the wee hours of the morning after shaking-off the cobwebs & downing a cup of coffee.
My Bible time is an invaluable exercise this sinner uses to start my day off in the right direction. Every morning, my attitudes & fears & hopes & dreams are influenced by God’s Word. Every morning, I drink from the living water of Jesus for purpose & direction & encouragement…and His waters are deep!
“Joyful are people of integrity, who follow the instructions of the LORD. Joyful are those who obey his laws and search for him with all their hearts….As I learn your righteous regulations, I will thank you by living as I should! I will obey your decrees. Please don’t give up on me! …I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you….I have rejoiced in your laws as much as in riches. I will study your commandments and reflect on your ways. Open my eyes to see the wonderful truths in your instructions. Your laws please me; they give me wise advice.” (Psalm 119, excerpts)
“O LORD, hear me as I pray; pay attention to my groaning. Listen to my cry for help, my King and my God, for I pray to no one but you. Listen to my voice in the morning, LORD. Each morning I bring my requests to you and wait expectantly.” (Psalm 5:1-3)
