The Judgments of the Lord
Josh Whitney
Part of Delighting in God's Word
March 3, 2023

Psalm 119:113-120 Samekh I hate the double-minded, but I love your law. 114 You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word. 115 Depart from me, you evildoers, that I may keep the commandments of my God. 116 Uphold me according to your promise, that I may live, and let me not be put to shame in my hope! 117 Hold me up, that I may be safe and have regard for your statutes continually! 118 You spurn all who go astray from your statutes, for their cunning is in vain. 119 All the wicked of the earth you discard like dross, therefore I love your testimonies. 120 My flesh trembles for fear of you, and I am afraid of your judgments.

1 . Where in your life are you

?

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2 . When you are in trouble, flee

to Jesus!

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3 . You can choose your

, but you can’t choose if your will influence you.

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4 . The strength to follow

could never come from us.

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5 . How can you

get God’s Word in your heart?

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6 . All who abandon God’s Word have

.

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7 . Fearing God is a critical part of our

.

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Biblical Fear: reverential awe of God, reverence for His power and glory; proper respect for His wrath and anger.


Discussion Questions:
1. What did you learn from this teaching?
2. Where in your life do you sense you are double-minded?
3. How has God’s Word been a refuge to you in a time of trouble? Share an example.
4. How have you seen your media/entertainment choices affect you for good or evil?
5. How has fearing God impacted your sanctification process?
6. Pray for one another.


Next Week’s Message: Finding Hope in Hardship