April 27
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PSALM 147
17 He hurls down his crystals of ice like crumbs;
who can stand before his cold?
18 He sends out his word, and melts them;
he makes his wind blow and the waters flow.
19 He declares his word to Jacob,
his statutes and rules to Israel.
20 He has not dealt thus with any other nation;
they do not know his rules. Praise the LORD!
– Psalm 147:17-20
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PSALM 147 THE LEGACY OF HIS WORD & LAWS TO HIS PEOPLE
A poem inspired by this psalm by ILMA
The Lord has generously showered his people with much provision
He has also given them the legacy of his word and laws for their obedience
The Lord God is Mighty and powerful, he hates all kinds of wickedness
That is why he gave his laws so people can choose the path to righteousness.
Blessed are those who follow his word for they will have wisdom
While the wicked and the fools will be on their way to destruction
Let us all praise the Lord who is generous; the giver of life
He has chosen his people so they can reflect God’s light.
His word is precious and is better than gold or silver
It cleanses our hearts and exposes all that is evil
God’s law is our protection from being corrupted by this world
Seek God’s word for it is alive; it is our spirits’ sword.
Treasure the word of God, eat it for it is the food for your spirit
His laws reflect God’s steadfast love; he exalts all who follow it
Meditate on it day and night so your life can be blessed
Do not disregard it, for many have perish when they dismissed it.
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REFLECTION
• Why is the word of God and his laws the standard that all Christians must live by?