December 26, 2012 – Psalms 119 – 119:32

How much do we fear being left alone.  We know that God never leaves us, but is that any consolation in those moments where it feels like he has.  What about Mother Theresa and the fact that for many years she did not feel anything from God.  How many times do you think she might have prayed this Psalm or prayed that God would not leave her. 

The law is not something that we should try to get around or violate.  It is something we should be in awe of and cherish.  We should be mournful and repent when it is broken, not proud.  The law that is over all of us is something that we don’t fully understand and don’t fully realize the consequences for breaking. 

This whole section is about seeking happiness and joy.  But it only comes if it is in accord with and through God.  There is a recognition that joy, peace, and love will not be found without God.