“Thy word have I hid in mine heart, that I might not sin against thee” (Psalm 119:11).
Have you ever helped with a house project, such as cleaning, painting, or pounding a nail into a wall? If so, you’ve probably learned to use a toolbox. Toolboxes contain all the things we need to accomplish big tasks and projects. Without a good toolbox, we probably wouldn’t get very far on a project.
Living for God requires tools too. What tools can help us do right and reject sin? The Bible says that the Word of God is the best tool we have to help us do what is right. It is always good to read God’s Word, but it is even better to memorize it. When we store up God’s Word in our minds, think about it, and try to obey it, we will not choose to sin. Memorized Scripture is a tool you can take with you to soccer, school, or a friend’s house. No matter where you go, you can review what the Word of God says, and then choose to obey. Do you have God’s Word in the toolbox of your life?
My response:
» How can I regularly review the Bible verses that I’ve memorized so I can store them up and always have them with me?
» How often do I think about what the verses mean?
» Do I usually choose to obey God’s Word?