Psalm 40:8
Psalm 40:8
I delight to do your will, O my God; your law is within my heart.
Delighting in God’s will is a beautiful expression of trust and devotion. When His law is inscribed within our hearts, obedience becomes a joy rather than a burden. This inner transformation reflects a heart that has fully surrendered to God, prioritizing His desires above all else. Living out His will means that we are not merely following rules, but embracing a way of life that brings peace, purpose, and fulfillment. God’s law within us guides our thoughts and actions, shaping us to reflect His character. In a world full of distractions, holding God’s law close keeps us grounded in truth and enables us to find true joy in aligning with His purpose. This deep-rooted love for God’s will strengthens us, making us resilient and steadfast in faith, even in difficult times. Such devotion not only pleases God but also fills us with a profound sense of joy and contentment, knowing that our lives are in harmony with His perfect will.
Deuteronomy 6:16
Ye shall not tempt the LORD your God, as ye tempted him in Massah.
1 Peter 3:1
Likewise, ye wives, be in subjection to your own husbands; that, if any obey not the word, they also may without the word be won by the conversation of the wives.
James 1:22
But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.
Deuteronomy 8:6
Therefore thou shalt keep the commandments of the LORD thy God, to walk in his ways, and to fear him.