Genesis 1-3, Psalm 1
Psalm 1:1-3 (NLT)
“Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the
wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. But they delight
in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night. They are like trees
planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never
wither, and they prosper in all they do.”
I chose Psalm 1:1–3 as an appropriate passage to begin a new
year of Bible reading. These verses describe what believers can expect when
they delight in and engage with the Lord’s word—joy, stability, and a life that
bears fruit. Scripture compares the person who meditates on God’s law to a tree
planted by streams of water, continually nourished and sustained. Just as a
well-watered tree flourishes and produces visible fruit, so a believer’s life
reflects growth, vitality, and steadfastness rooted in God.
This is my fifth year of reading the Bible in a year, and I
can honestly say that my joy and satisfaction have increased with each year.
Daily Scripture reading nourishes and sustains me, helping me build a firm
foundation in my relationship with the Lord. When my life is under pressure or
filled with challenges, my daily readings remind me of Father-God’s promises.
They help me remain resilient and steadfast in my faith.
Over time, my relationship with God the Father has deepened,
as has my trust in the Holy Spirit. I wake up each day with the assurance that
I am pleasing to the Lord—and that He is pleased with me.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place
your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who gives a firm foundation for life—this
may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer, expressing
your trust, your desire to walk with Him, and your willingness to welcome His
presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you exactly where
you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for
all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart
that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is
my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of
salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made
new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of
Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit–filled, full-Gospel,
Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s
love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
Being part of a Holy Spirit–led church community has deeply
shaped my faith. If you’re searching for a place to grow, worship, and
encounter God, you can explore my church and its affiliated campuses here: https://revivaltoday.com/
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