Psalm 19: The Powerful influence of a Godly Mother

Intro:

Review from last week:

Happy Mother’s Day!

How many of us are looking for a revival of the soul, something that is sure, wisdom for the moment, something that will bring rejoicing in the heart and enlightening to the eyes?

A godly mother is one that

Outline:

Experiences General Revelation: “A Tent for the Sun” (vs.1-6)

Invests in Special Revelation: “Warning and Great Reward” (vs. 7-11)

Paticipates in True Repentance: “Errors, Hidden Faults, and Presumptuous Sins” (vs. 12-14)

Summary:

Illustration: voice that is heard, sun (heat) that is felt, bridegroom, tent for the sun, strong man running a course, sweetness of honey comb,

Prayer:

Experience General Revelation: “A Tent for the Sun” (vs. 1-6)

Prescript

to the Choirmaster

A Psalm of David

Being Seen (vs. 1-3)

The heavens

declare the glory of God-

Glory- “kebod” heaviness, burden, reputation, importance, splendor

God-“el” the supernatural being who originated and rules over the universe

and the sky above- “expanse” Genesis 1:6–8 “And God said, “Let there be an expanse in the midst of the waters, and let it separate the waters from the waters.” And God made the expanse and separated the waters that were under the expanse from the waters that were above the expanse. And it was so. And God called the expanse Heaven. And there was evening and there was morning, the second day.”

proclaims his handiwork- If His created works warrent this kind of response, image the response to the creator Himself?

Day to day

pours out speech

and night to night

reveals knowledge

There is no speech

nor are there words

whose voice is not heard- Rom. 1:18-20. God speaks in a universal language through His creation.

Being heard (v. 4)

Their voice- “their measuring line”

goes out through all the earth

the words

to the end of the world

in them (voice and words)

he has set a tent for the sun- everyone feels the effects of the sun! All of these things are a backdrop for the major attraction

Being felt (vs. 5-6)

which comes out

like a bridegroom leaving his chamber- in their culture it was all about the groom setting the timeline, when he left his chamber, word was sent to get ready quick! Something that has been anticipated is now happening, it is exciting.

like a strong man

runs its course with joy- I am not a runner, but this runner runs the course with a joy that is felt. The sun always finishes its course.

Its rising is

from the end of the heavens

its circuit

to the end of them

and there is nothing hidden from its heat- this is the one thing that everyone can feel. the blind, deaf, handicapped, ill, deformed, and diseased.

This is why in history, the Sun was a major playing when it came to worship and deity.

The Sun plays a powerful role in seasons, temperature, growth, etc. but it was created by someone with all the power over those different roles.

Application/Implications:

Renew the Mind (the Scriptures):

What caught your attention in this section?

Which verses or words would you like to study a little more this week?

Engage the Heart (humility vs. pride):

When was the last time you gazed into the sky or marveled at creation around you? The eclipse, consolations, shooting stars, apple blossoms, flowers in bloom, etc? Have you had a sunburn yet this year or felt the warmth of the sun on your skin? What did you see, what did you hear, what did you feel?

What is the most influential thing/person you have seen, heard, or experienced? Remember what you felt in that moment…now imagine the one that created that. What does it say about that person or thing?

If something that has been created makes us respond in that way, how much more do you think we ought to be moved by the creator of that?

Enlist the Body (Words, actions, emotions):

Transitional phrase:

Invest inSpecial Revelation: “Warning and Great Reward” (vs. 7-11)

Specific instructions (vs. 7-9)

the law of the LORD- there is going to be a pattern here where a specific instruction “of the LORD” is mentioned, explained, and given a description of hope and change.

is perfect- “blameless”

reviving the soul- Ps. 23:3, 2 Tim. 3:16. It changes people!

the testimony of the LORD

is sure

making wise the simple

the precepts of the LORD

are right

rejoicing the heart

the commandsment of the LORD

is pure

enlightening the eyes

the fear fo the LORD

is clean

enduring forever

the rules of the LORD

are true

and righteous altogether

Significant investment (v. 10)

more to be desired are they than

gold- not just known and understood, but desired

even much fine gold- the most valuable commodity of the Ancient Near East

sweeter also than

honey

drippings of the honeycomb- the sweetest substance of the Ancient Near East.

Sobering impact (v. 11)

moreover- there is the description of verses 7-9, but more than that, the instructions of God are to be desired, and now, “moreover” that…there are steps of intensity

by them

is your servant warned

in keeping them

there is great reward

Application/Implications:

Renew the Mind (the Scriptures):

What caught your attention in this section?

Which verses or words would you like to study a little more this week?

Engage the Heart (humility vs. pride):

What specific instruction from the LORD are you in need of today?

What is most desired, valued, or enjoyed in your life right now?

Enlist the Body (Words, actions, emotions):

Transitional phrase:

Participates in True Repentance: “Errors, Hidden Faults, and Presumptuous Sins” (vs. 12-14)

Hidden faults (vs.)

who can discern his errors?

declare me innocent from hidden faults

Presumptuous sins (vs.)

keep back your servant

from presumptuous sins- “failing to observe the limits of what is permitted or appropriate”- Oxford dictionary

let them not have

dominion over me

then I shall be blameless

and innocent of great transgression

Words of my mouth and meditations of my heart (vs.)

Let the

words of my mouth

and the meditations of my heart

be acceptable in your sight

O LORD

my rock

and my redeemer

Application/Implications:

Renew the Mind (the Scriptures):

What caught your attention in this section?

Which verses or words would you like to study a little more this week?

Engage the Heart (humility vs. pride):

Enlist the Body (Words, actions, emotions):

Transitional phrase:

D: “j” (vs. )

A (vs.)

d

B (vs.)

b

C (vs.)

c

Application/Implications:

Renew the Mind (the Scriptures):

What caught your attention in this section?

Which verses or words would you like to study a little more this week?

Engage the Heart (humility vs. pride):

Enlist the Body (Words, actions, emotions):

Transitional phrase:

Summary:

Discussion Starters:

a

b

c

Song:

Next Week’s Sermon:

Benediction/Looking ahead: INVITE PEOPLE TO THE CAFE