Intro: My husband bought me an Apple watch for Christmas last year and I have really enjoyed it. I still tend to be startled however, when my watch buzzes and flashes the message, “Time to stand! Stand up and move a little for one minute.” How does it know I have been sitting at my computer for more than 50 mins? It knows, because when I obey, it praises me!
In our passage today, David reminds us God was the first One to know when we sit or stand; not Apple. In fact, God knows everything about us and everywhere we go. I find this truth reassuring and comforting for my soul. I like the accountability of knowing I do not live in hidden places alone; I have a Companion and Friend within who loves me. God knows everything I do. God examines my character, behavior, activities, and words; then, he whispers more ways for my soul to live in his blessing. So, when God says, “Time to stand!” I try to listen and obey, because he always blesses me for doing so. Truly, God’s goodness is hard to comprehend.
Psalm 139:1-6 NLT A psalm of David.
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O Lord, you have examined my heart and know everything about me.
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You know when I sit down or stand up. You know my thoughts even when I’m far away.
3
You see me when I travel and when I rest at home. You know everything I do.
4
You know what I am going to say even before I say it, Lord.
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You go before me and follow me. You place your hand of blessing on my head.
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Such knowledge is too wonderful for me, too great for me to understand!
Prayer: Lord, thank you for knowing and understanding me. Thank you for going before me each day and making a way through this wilderness of a world. In Jesus’ name. Amen.