Psalm 94 - More to be desired are they than gold...

PSALM 19:1-14¹   The heavens are telling the glory of God; and the firmament proclaims his handiwork. ²   Day to day pours forth speech, and night to night declares knowledge. ³   There is no speech, nor are there words; their voice is not heard; ⁴   yet their voice goes out through all the earth, and their words to the end of the world.In the heavens he has set a tent for the sun, ⁵   which comes out like a bridegroom from his wedding canopy, and like a strong man runs its course with joy. ⁶   Its rising is from the end of the heavens, and its circuit to the end of them; and nothing is hidden from its heat.⁷   The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the decrees of the LORD are sure, making wise the simple; ⁸   the precepts of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart; the commandment of the LORD is clear, enlightening the eyes; ⁹   the fear of the LORD is pure, enduring for ever; the ordinances of the LORD are true and righteous altogether.¹⁰  More to be desired are they than gold, even much fine gold; sweeter also than honey, and drippings of the honeycomb.¹¹  Moreover by them is your servant warned; in keeping them there is great reward. ¹²  But who can detect their errors? Clear me from hidden faults. ¹³  Keep back your servant also from the insolent; do not let them have dominion over me. Then I shall be blameless, and innocent of great transgression.¹⁴  Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, O LORD, my rock and my redeemer.

• Light a candle to remember Christ's presence with you.
• Sit five to fifteen minutes in silent meditation paying attention to the deep breath.
• As you consider the words of the psalmist today, notice what things you value today.
• Which of those that you value glorifies God?
• Which of those that you value are placed higher than God?
• What needs to change to redirect your values?
• Be open to God's love and path to help you in this redirection.
• What is God's message for you?
• Is there a call to action?
• Give thanks to God for this time in prayer and for any new insights you have received.
• Share as you feel led in the reply box below.

Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, March 11, 2012, the Third Sunday in Lent Year B Exodus 20:1-17Psalm 94:1-141 Corinthians 1:18-25John 2:13-22If you use these prayers in other groups, please give credit to author. Permission to use in not-for-profit settings The Rev. Lil Smith, M.Div., DASD