How to flourish
by Rachael Stelzer
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For the Lord watches over the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked leads to destruction (Psalm 1:6).
Read Psalm 1
Today’s psalm is the first and introductory psalm. It is poetry but also reflects Old Testament wisdom literature. It contrasts the one who delights in the law of the Lord with the wicked.
I love the peaceful picture of the one who meditates on God’s law, day and night, being like a tree planted by streams of water. It is a picture of growth and flourishing. In stark contrast, the wicked are ‘like chaff that the wind blows away’. This is reminiscent of the foolish builder in Jesus’ parable, who builds without a strong foundation.
This short psalm is well worth meditating on, as it presents some clear pictures and wise life advice. Let’s aim to be like that tree planted by the stream, with the Lord watching over our ways.
Dear Lord, you watch over the way of the righteous. In my own strength, I am no more than chaff that the wind blows away. Thank you for the righteousness that Jesus has won for me on the cross. Lead me in your way and teach me how to flourish in you. Amen.
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