Today's Daily Bread
By the time I was born, my great- grandfather, Abram Z. Hess, had
already lost his sight. He was known for the beautiful wooden objects he
had carved on a lathe—and also as someone who could quote many verses
of Scripture. He and his friend Eli would often share Scripture verses
back and forth. A bit of a competitive spirit resulted in their
admission that Eli could cite more references while my grandfather could recite more verses.
Today, the family often remembers Abram as “Blind Grandpa.” His
practice of memorizing Scripture became a lifeline for him when he lost
his physical sight. But why is it important that we memorize the Word of
God?
Psalm 119 gives us instruction on how to follow God by hiding His
Word in our hearts. First, in this way, we arm ourselves when temptation
comes (v.11; Eph. 6:17). Then, as we meditate on His Word, we come to
know Him better. Finally, when we have His words etched in our minds, we
are better able to hear His voice when He instructs and guides us. We
use those phrases of Scripture as we talk with Him, worship Him, and
teach or witness to others (Col. 3:16).
The Word of God is “living and powerful” (Heb. 4:12). Hide its
precious words away “in [your] heart” (Ps. 119:11)where they will always
be with you.
Lord, Your Word is a treasure—priceless and beyond
compare. I’m not the best at memorizing but
I do want Your words to saturate my mind and heart.
compare. I’m not the best at memorizing but
I do want Your words to saturate my mind and heart.
Please use Your Word in obvious ways in my life today.
When God’s Word is hidden in our heart,
His ways will become our ways.
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