Psalm 19:7-11
We have a creative, loving Heavenly Father. All one has to do is look around at the power and variety in nature to hear the “declaration” of God’s glory (Psalm 19:1-3). Surely every one of us has enjoyed the majesty of some aspects of nature.
Conversely, probably every one of us has also been unnerved by the mighty, sometimes destructive power of nature unleashed. Think about the tornados sweep through parts of Ala-bama, and the destruction they leave behind. It staggers the mind. In these events we see the result of living in a world that is in rebellion against God, in temporary bondage to empty corruption (Romans 8:20-23).
Psalm 19:7-11 reminds us of the great benefits of serving God. There is restoration, wisdom, and enlightenment in walking close to Him. Nuances of spiritual life “more desirable than gold,” “sweeter than honey,” precepts whereby God’s servants are “warned” and “in keep-ing them there is great reward.” All this God holds out to us; do we want closeness to Him? Will we reach back through growing discipleship?
In a world that needs Christ more than anything, believers have a mandate from God (Matthew 28:18-20) to make disciples of other folks. Cornerstone Christian Church enters 2026 with the joyful vision of being a group that glorifies the Father and grows, spiritually and numerically. We can do better- and we will- as we draw closer to Him and learn to love God and each other more deeply.