Psalm 19:1-14
For the choir director.
A Psalm of David.

The heavens are telling of the glory of God;
And their expanse is declaring the work of His hands.
[2] Day to day pours forth speech,
And night to night reveals knowledge.
[3] There is no speech, nor are there words;
Their voice is not heard.
[4] Their line has gone out through all the earth,
And their utterances to the end of the world.
In them He has placed a tent for the sun,
[5] Which is as a bridegroom coming out of his chamber;
It rejoices as a strong man to run his course.
[6] Its rising is from one end of the heavens,
And its circuit to the other end of them;
And there is nothing hidden from its heat.

[7] The law of the Lord is perfect, restoring the soul;
The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.
[8] The precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart;
The commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes.
[9] The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever;
The judgments of the Lord are true; they are righteous altogether.
[10] They are more desirable than gold, yes, than much fine gold;
Sweeter also than honey and the drippings of the honeycomb.
[11] Moreover, by them Thy servant is warned;
In keeping them there is great reward.
[12] Who can discern his errors? Acquit me of hidden faults.
[13] Also keep back Thy servant from presumptuous sins;
Let them not rule over me;
Then I shall be blameless,
And I shall be acquitted of great transgression.
[14] Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart
Be acceptable in Thy sight,
O Lord, my rock and my Redeemer.

Psalm 19 - Psalm 19:1-14

Open It

1. What is your favorite outdoor scene?
* 2. What do you think of when you hear the word law?
3. In what ways does nature impact your everyday life?

Explore It

4. What do the heavens and skies have to say to us? (19:1)
5. On what two themes did David focus in this psalm? (19:1-14)
6. In what way do the heavens “display knowledge”? (19:2)
7. How far does the voice of the heavens extend? (19:3-4)
8. How does the sun affect the earth? (19:4-6)
9. How did David describe the sun and its role? (19:4-6)
10. What role did God’s law play in David’s life? (19:7-14)
* 11. What words did David use to describe God’s law? (19:7-14)
* 12. What power does God’s law have in the lives of His people? (19:7-14)
13. How did the psalm writer describe the worthiness of God’s law? (19:10)
14. What results from keeping God’s laws? (19:11)
15. What did David say about our faults? (19:12)
* 16. What two types of sins or faults do we need God’s help with? (19:12-13)
17. What was David’s desire and prayer? (19:13-14)
18. What did David want? (19:13-14)

Get It

19. What can we learn about God from nature?
20. How can people who have never heard the gospel of Jesus Christ still learn about God?
21. What has nature taught you about God?
* 22. What attitude did David have toward God’s law?
23. What role does God’s Word play in your everyday life?
24. What steps could you take to be more open to God’s Word?
25. In what ways can we show respect and appreciation for God’s Word?
26. For what “hidden fault” or “willful sin” do you need forgiveness?
27. What action can we take to protect ourselves from a rebellious spirit and willful sinning?
* 28. What changes do you think you need to make to ensure that your thoughts and words are pleasing to the Lord?

Apply It

29. What step could you take this week to show a commitment to God’s Word?
* 30. What can you change in your thoughts or habits this next week to make them more pleasing to the Lord?

Psalm 19

AFFIRMATIONS

TODAY I AM ...

Meditating on and observing God’s glory and handiwork in the heavens and on earth.
Blessed with the LORD’s perfect law.
Blessed with the LORD’s sure testimony.
Blessed with the LORD’s right statues.
Blessed with the LORD’s pure commandment
Blessed with the LORD’s true and righteous judgments.