Psalm 1

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Law Judgment Trust Sin Punishment Word of God Blessing Righteousness Fruitfulness

Psalm 1 sets the tone for the rest of the book of Psalms by drawing a contrast between two paths: the way of the righteous and the way of the wicked. The psalm begins by describing the blessedness of those who meditate on God's law day and night, likening them to trees planted by streams of water that yield fruit in due season. In contrast, the wicked are portrayed as chaff blown away by the wind, lacking a firm foundation and destined for destruction.

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The Blessed and the Wicked

1 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful.

2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night.

3 And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.

And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper.

4 The ungodly are not so: but are like the chaff which the wind driveth away.

5 Therefore the ungodly shall not stand in the judgment, nor sinners in the congregation of the righteous.

6 For the LORD knoweth the way of the righteous: but the way of the ungodly shall perish.

Commentary

Psalm 1 highlights the importance of choosing the right path in life. It shows that true happiness and blessing come from finding joy and satisfaction in God's word, and living accordingly. It warns against following the counsel of the wicked, the way of sinners, or the scoffers who belittle God's ways. This psalm sets a clear standard for living a holy and blessed life and reminds us that our choices have eternal consequences. Ultimately, the message of Psalm 1 is a call to delight in the Lord and to pursue righteousness in every aspect of life.