Esteem the Sword Ps 119:129

The word esteem bears the meaning of being honored. The ideas or persons you hold in high regard often bring feelings of delight or approval. So much so that there is a desire to emulate them.

King Edward the Sixth, on the day of his coronation, had presented before him three swords, signifying that he was monarch of three kingdoms. The king said, there was one sword wanting; being asked what that was, he answered, “The Holy Bible, which is the sword of the Spirit, and is to be preferred before these ensigns of royalty.” Thomas Watson, in “The Morning Exercises”

Ps 119:129 Thy testimonies are wonderful; therefore my soul observes them.

wonderful <pele’> a miracle, marvelous thing, wonder (Strong’s Concordance)
wonderful: extraordinarily good or great; syn. tremendous (WordWeb)

The Psalmist gives us an emphatic statement about God’s testimony or witness – His word. Then he follows up with his active response to this truth. The things that really impact us cause a reaction or change.

We can say we esteem someone or something but words alone are empty without action. For example, we can say it’s important to serve without lifting a finger or without a willingness to sacrifice. You then need to ask yourself, do you truly believe this statement. We typically follow through with the things we value most. We make the time to do so. We set priorities that include those most admired things or people in our lives.

Thoughtfully consider the last 24 hours of your time. What does it reflect?

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Author: Sharyn Balogh

You know it's difficult to write about yourself. The most important fact I can disclose is that I'm saved by God's grace through faith in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. My desire is to live a life honoring to God in response for the gift of salvation I've been given. This is so much easier said than done! I struggle daily with right choices, right words, right thoughts, and right actions. My best and only defense against sin is the power of God in me and for that I am inexpressibly thankful. I have three amazing grown-up children who have responded to God's call in their lives along with their spouses. One of the great joys of my life is knowing my children and their families strive to serve and follow God. My grandchildren are another wonderful joy in my life! My husband and I are blessed with four beautiful grandchildren to date with another expected very soon on September 12th. We also are thankful for the comforting knowledge that an additional three of our grandchildren, a set of twins at three months gestation and a little boy, Isaac, at four and a half months gestation, are in our Savior's presence. I have attended the same church since the day my eyes were opened to Truth over thirty years ago. How fortunate it is to have been led by God’s hand immediately to a church body that follows the Bible, no man-made doctrines, just the Word clear and strong. My husband is my best friend, my confidant, my encourager, and I still can't believe how blessed I am by his example of love and generosity towards everyone around him. He is God-fearing, compassionate, and kind and I have learned so much from him. I am a daughter to my almost 92 year-old mother, sister to three brothers, a wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, aunt, great-aunt, neighbor and friend. That means, whomever is reading this, we probably have something in common! I love every unique role I have been placed in. I'm frequently stretched and sometimes feel like silly putty that wants to bounce right back into my comfort zone. My greatest ambition is to be a follower of Jesus; a light that shines for Him at all times, in all circumstances. So, there it is, a bit about me. I guess I was able to write about myself after all! However, my existence cannot be defined without Jesus Christ, my Lord and my Savior. His love has permeated my life to His glory and my eternal thankfulness.