Fashioned by God, Taught by His Word (Psalm 119:73–80) | Charles Spurgeon

Deep Dive into The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon - Psalm 119:73-80The tenth portion of Psalm 119, verses 73 through 80, details the psalmist's deep affliction, his plea for divine grace, and his desire to be a blessing to others.The psalmist begins by reflecting on his creation, arguing that since God's hands fashioned his physical body, God should also grant him the spiritual understanding needed to learn His commandments. He recognizes that true holiness and obedience require a divinely enlightened mind, as a mind without grace cannot keep the law.He notes that his steadfast hope in God's word serves as a source of gladness and encouragement to other God-fearing people. Even amid his severe trials, the psalmist expresses a profound conviction that God's judgments are entirely right. He confesses that God sent these afflictions out of faithfulness, using them as necessary and loving discipline for his ultimate spiritual good.While accepting this divine discipline, he earnestly prays for God's merciful kindness to comfort him, relying strictly on the promises found in God's word. He asks for tender mercies so that he might truly live, emphasizing that God's law remains his chief delight even during his hardship.Facing unprovoked malice, he prays that his proud persecutors will be put to shame and disappointed in their false plots. Instead of retaliating, he resolves to meditate on God's precepts. Furthermore, he asks God to turn the hearts of godly, instructed believers toward him, recognizing the immense value of their sympathy and spiritual fellowship.Finally, he concludes with a vital petition for a sound and sincere heart in God's statutes. He knows that true inward sincerity is the only way to avoid the eternal shame that inevitably awaits hypocrites.Reformed Theologian GPT: https://chat.openai.com/g/g-XXwzX1gnv-reformed-theologianYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReformedExplainerSpotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1t5dz4vEgvHqUknYQfwpRI?si=e-tDRFR2Qf6By1sAcMdkdwhttps://buymeacoffee.com/edi2730