Psalm 119, possibly David, was required to learn many lessons during his life, some causing great pain, for both himself and others. Adversity and suffering was a pattern in David’s life. He fully understood the purpose of what he had to endure: “Before I was afflicted[suffered] I went astray: but now have I kept Your word” (vs. 67).David knew exactly what suffering was intended to produce. It brought him back into line with God’s instruction—and true purpose in his life. Notice further: “It is good for me that I have beenafflicted; that I might LEARN Your statutes” (vs. 71).Suffering certainly did not feel good to David, but he knew it was good! Mankind is now suffering terribly, but, in the end, it will be to its good. Six thousand years of suffering will eventually teachall humanity the crucial lesson that it cannot ignore God and still be happy. Other vital lessons are a by-product of painful trials and tests.The psalmist grasped the great principle that those who obey God—practice righteousness (Psa. 119:172,often suffer affliction. Many know of this next verse, recorded by David, but how many truly believe it or the promise that accompanies it? “Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivers him out of them all. He keeps all his bones: not one of them is broken” (Psa. 34:19-20).
Posted on: Sat, 08 Jun 2013 17:04:17 +0000
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