Keeping His Commands

Psalms 119:4-14

You have charged us to keep your commandments carefully. Oh, that my actions would consistently reflect your principles! Then I will not be disgraced when I compare my life with your commands. When I learn your righteous laws, I will thank you by living as I should! I will obey your principles. Please don't give up on me! How can a young person stay pure? By obeying your word and following its rules. I have tried my best to find you -- don't let me wander from your commands. I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. Blessed are you, O LORD; teach me your principles.I have recited aloud all the laws you have given us. I have rejoiced in your decrees as much as in riches.

We are drowning in a sea of impurity. Everywhere we look we find temptation to lead impure lives. The psalmist asked a question that troubles us all: How do we stay pure in a filthy environment? We cannot do this on our own, but must have counsel and strength more dynamic than the tempting influences around us. Where can we find that strength and wisdom? By reading God's Word and doing what it says.