The Benefits (5/13-15)

13-15 May 2015 - The Benefits - Bread Box by Dorothy Callies

Psalm 103:2 “Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits.”

What are the benefits we should not forget what the Lord has done?

1. Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; [Ps. 103:3]

2. Who healeth all thy diseases;

3. Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; [Ps. 103:4]

4. Who crowneth thee with loving kindness and mercies;

5. Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; [Ps.103:5]

6. So that thy youth is renewed like the eagle’s

You know, sometimes we are told not to eat too fast. Why? If we eat slowly, we would be able to enjoy the meal much more. The same apply to reading God’s Word, take the time to savor God’s Word. Psalm 119:103 “How sweet are Your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth!”

What are the benefits of delighting in the rich food of Scripture?

A daily meal of God’s Words helps to keep anxiety, pride, fear, and temptation from plaguing our undernourished hearts and strengthens us for a victorious journey. The Word gives us wisdom and understanding and divine healing. The Word helps us restrain our feet from evil. Just as our digestive systems gives food to our bodies, God’s Word, when digested, nourishes our minds, our emotions, and our will. Like the Psalm 119:103 says, “How sweet are Your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth!”

Psalm 68:19 KJV, “Blessed be the Lord, who daily loadeth us with benefits, even the God of our Salvation.” Rather than grabbing the Word on the run just before dashing out the door, it’s important to read it at a time and in a place where we can really fellowship with God.

Prayer: Thank You, Father, for the gift of Your Word. Please forgive us for the times when we’ve rushed through reading without taking the time to savor the richness of its meaning. Help us to listen to Your voice through Your Word. In Jesus’ name we pray, amen!

Song: Friendship with Jesus

Friendship with Jesus,

Fellowship divine;

Oh, what blessed sweet communion,

Jesus is a friend of mine.