As a high school teacher and college professor, I have observed that learning is a cooperative effort between the student and the instructor. Thats why educators try to get the student involved in class participation. The teacher does some work; the student does some work. Together progress is made. Education happens.
In Psalm 119, the writer suggests a similar pattern in verses 129-136. God is the teacher; we are the students.
Lets look at Gods role in our education. He shows us mercy (v.132). He guides our steps (v.133). And He redeems us from outside trouble (v.134).
But first we must be eager students, ready to accept Gods teaching, guidance, and help. We should enter His classroom with anticipation: The entrance of Your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple. . . . I longed for Your commandments (vv.130-131). In our role as students of Gods Word, we should fulfill three requirements: (1) examine Gods words for what they are teaching, (2) gain understanding from those words, and (3) obey His statutes.
Its time to enter Gods classroom and listen and learn from Him. When we do, well look at God with renewed love and at the world with renewed concern (v.136).
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Thank you, Mr. Mayor, for our lovely Daily Bread blessing this beautiful Sunday Morning.