7 Psalm 119 Prayers: Two & Three

​Psalm 119 is the longest chapter in the Book of Psalms. It is also the longest chapter in the entire Bible, consisting of 176 verses. It is an acrostic poem. Each section of eight verses begins with a successive letter of the Hebrew alphabet. The psalm is divided into twenty-two stanzas. Each of which corresponds to a letter of the Hebrew alphabet.

The theme of the psalm is the greatness and importance of God's Word and the psalmist's love for it. 

​The psalmist uses a variety of synonyms and metaphors to describe the Word of God. He uses words like "law," "statutes," and "testimonies." We also read words like "precepts," "commandments," "judgments," "ways," and "ordinances." The psalmist also uses personal pronouns to express his love and devotion to God's Word.

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The psalm is widely attributed to King David. However, some scholars believe it was written by someone else. It is believed by many to have been penned following the Jew's exile in Babylon. The exact date of its composition is unknown.

Overall, Psalm 119 is a celebration of the importance of God's Word in the life of the faithful. It is also a call for us to obey and follow His Word. It's a hymn of praise and is often used in liturgical readings. It has been set to music by many composers. It can also be a prayer.

Today, let's look at two of seven prayers that as believers we should be praying from Psalm 119.​

2. ​“Fix my eyes on Your ways.”

"I will meditate on Your precepts and fix my eyes on Your ways. I will delight in Your statutes; I will not forget Your Word." Psalm 119:15-16

​Dear God,
As I come before You today, I pray that You would help me to fix my eyes on Your ways. Help me to be steadfast in meditating on Your precepts that I may always delight in Your statutes. I ask that You would help me to not forget Your Word but to keep it in my heart and mind always.

God, I know that the world can be distracting, and there are many things that can pull my attention away from You. But I also know that You are always with me, guiding me and leading me along the path of righteousness. So I pray that You would give me the strength and the wisdom to keep my eyes fixed on You, no matter what may come my way.

Help me to remember that Your ways are perfect and that in following them, I will find true joy and fulfillment. Make my heart open to Your Word, so that I may always be ready to receive the blessings that You have in store for me.

Thank You for Your endless love and grace, and for the ways in which You continually work in my life. Make me always seek to honor You in all that I do, so that Your ways will be my guide, always.

In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

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3. ​“Put false ways far from me.”

"My soul clings to the dust; give me life according to Your Word! When I told of my ways, You answered me; teach me Your statutes! Make me understand the way of Your precepts, and I will meditate on Your wondrous works. My soul melts away for sorrow; strengthen me according to Your Word! Put false ways far from me and graciously teach me Your law!" Psalm 119:25-29

​Dear God,
As I come before You today, I ask for Your guidance and protection. My soul clings to the dust, and I know that I am not perfect. I am grateful for Your Word, which gives me life and hope.

God, I pray that You would put false ways far from me. Help me to stay true to Your teachings and to walk in Your ways. Guide me in understanding the way of Your precepts, and may I meditate on Your wondrous works.

When my soul is weighed down by sorrow, strengthen me according to Your Word. I know that in You, I will find comfort and solace.

Thank You, God, for answering my prayers and teaching me Your statutes. Help me to continue to grow in my understanding of Your law and walk in Your ways, always.

In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.​

How will you be praying Psalm 119 today?

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