Psalms 119 · Grade 4
A Song About God's Word
Read and Think
Psalm 119 has no title and names no author. It is the longest psalm, with 176 verses in 22 sections of 8 verses. In Hebrew, each section starts with the next letter of the alphabet. Almost every verse uses a word for Scripture, such as law, statutes, precepts, commandments, promises, or word.
The singer wants to keep his way pure. He says, I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. He prays, Open my eyes, that I may see wondrous things out of your law. He finds God's promises sweeter than honey.
He says, Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path. God's word shows the next step. The psalm ends humbly: I have gone astray like a lost sheep. Seek your servant, for I don't forget your commandments.
Show What You Know
How is Psalm 119 arranged?
Name three words the psalm uses for Scripture.
What does the singer ask God to open?
How does the psalm end?
Word Bank Fill-In
Use the word bank to fill in each blank.
- Almost every verse uses a for Scripture, such as law, statutes, precepts, commandments, promises, or word.
- He says, I have hidden your word in my , that I might not sin against you.
- He prays, Open my eyes, that I may see wondrous things out of your .
- He says, Your word is a to my feet, and a light for my path.
Think About It
The singer hid God's word in his heart. Which verse would you like to memorize this week?
God's word is a lamp for the next step. Where do you need God's guidance right now?
Memory Verse
“Your word is a lamp to my feet, and a light for my path.”
Psalms 119:105 (WEB)
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Prayer
Dear God, thank You for your word that lights my way. Help me . Amen.
Take It Home
For families: talk about these together.
- Why is Psalm 119 called an acrostic?
- Which Bible passage do you want to memorize this month?
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