Psalm 19

1 The heavens declare the glory of God;
the skies proclaim the work of his hands.

2 Day after day they pour forth speech;
night after night they display knowledge.

3 There is no speech or language
where their voice is not heard.

4 Their voice goes out into all the earth,
their words to the ends of the world.
In the heavens he has pitched a tent for the sun,

5 which is like a bridegroom coming forth from his pavilion,
like a champion rejoicing to run his course.

6 It rises at one end of the heavens
and makes its circuit to the other;
nothing is hidden from its heat.

7 The law of the LORD is perfect,
reviving the soul.
The statutes of the LORD are trustworthy,
making wise the simple.

8 The precepts of the LORD are right,
giving joy to the heart.
The commands of the LORD are radiant,
giving light to the eyes.

9 The fear of the LORD is pure,
enduring forever.
The ordinances of the LORD are sure
and altogether righteous.

10 They are more precious than gold,
than much pure gold;
they are sweeter than honey,
than honey from the comb.

11 By them is your servant warned;
in keeping them there is great reward.

12 Who can discern his errors?
Forgive my hidden faults.

13 Keep your servant also from willful sins;
may they not rule over me.
Then will I be blameless,
innocent of great transgression.

14 May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart
be pleasing in your sight,
O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer.

If we want any evidence that our God is awesome, our God is omnipotent (all-powerful), we just need to look at the skies at night. The stars. The constellations. As the psalmist put it in verse 1, "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands."


In order for us to enjoy the lives that He has blessed us with, God has given us certain boundaries. His laws, statutes, percepts, commands and ordinances are meant to protect us from our sinful nature. It is to benefit us, and not to harm us.

And the psalmist goes on to say that at times, we may unknowingly sin against God. That's why he asked God to forgive his hidden faults in verse 12. The other scenario is that we sin against God on purpose and willfully, to satisfy our sinful desires, mentioned in verse 13.

There were so many times that I struggle with my eyes. Whenever an attractive lady or a scantily-dressed lady walked past me, there's always this reaction to take a second look. It's really my old nature. When I'm alert spiritually, I would forcefully turn my head away. When I'm not, I would find myself commiting the sin of lust of the eyes.

Whether is it sinning on purpose or otherwise, it's still a sin. I have to come back to the cross. To confess, repent and seek forgiveness.


Things to Ponder
1. Have you been sinning against the Lord recently (doesn't matter is it purposely or not purposely)? List the sins down. If not, talk to your cell leader.
2. Pray and ask God to reveal to you your hidden sins right now. Confess and repent before Him.
3. Pray Psalm 19: 14, that the words of our mouths and the meditation of our hearts be pleasing in God's eyes.


Dear God, I thank You for all the laws, commandments and boundaries that You have placed around us. I know that they are meant to protect us and to bless us. I confess before You that there are times that I committed the lust of the eyes. Lord, please forgive me. Help me be strong spiritually, and that I will not fall into such sins again. Lord, let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be always pleasing before You. Thank You, Lord. Thank You for sending Jesus to die for my sins, so that I may be forgiven. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen!

Click here for Pastor YC's reflection on Psalm 19