Friday, January 04, 2008

Keeping clean



How does a person keep and remain clean in this world?
The psalmist asks this question in Psalm 119 : 9: "How can a young man cleanse his way?" The answer: "By taking heed according to Your word."

We have several instructions to follow to keep us spiritually clean.

First, heed the Word. We first have to read and study the Word so we know it. And if we know it, we should obey it.

Second, hide the Word. "Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You”

Third, herald the Word by sharing it with others. "With my lips I have declared all the judgments of Your mouth" (Psalm 119 : 13)

Finally, honor the Word. "I will meditate on Your precepts, and contemplate Your ways" (Psalm 119 :15)

In order for God’s Word to take effect, you must get into the Word - obey the Word and God will keep you clean

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