Psalm 119:64 The earth, O Lord, is full of your faithful love; •
instruct me in your statutes.
65 You have dealt graciously with your servant, •
according to your word, O Lord.
66 O teach me true understanding and knowledge, •
for I have trusted in your commandments.
67 Before I was afflicted I went astray, •
but now I keep your word.
68 You are gracious and do good; •
O Lord, teach me your statutes.
Learning is a process. From early in life we can see that learning takes time and it is a process of building upon things we already know. We cannot get too far ahead of the process, because we need a foundation for everything that we learn. This process of learn can last a lifetime if we continue to pursue knowledge.
Learning from God is the same process. Some lessons have to be learned before we can learn others. This process is called sanctification. It is the process of growing in God’s grace as he continues to challenge us. This process can and should last a lifetime, if we continue to allow God to teach and challenge us.
I believe that the biggest obstacle we face in our learning process with God is dedicating quite time to listening to God. Our lives are filled with things to do, people to see and daily demands of life. Without time with God, we miss out on the opportunities to learn and grow. The Psalmist requests over and over to be taught by God. This is a wonderful request for all of us, but in order to live into the request, we have to take time to learn lessons and build on the foundation that we already have in God. It is hard to do that when we fill all our time being busy with life.
We are in the season of Lent; a time that we reflect on the teachings of God and evaluate where we are in our personal walk with Christ. It is a time for us to be still, to hear God’s teachings, and to grow in his grace. May you find time in this day to stop and listen to the still, small voice of God and attend to his teaching in your life.
Blessings,
Pastor Mandy