Tag Archives: Psalm 119

Never but Eternal

Posted on September 25, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Never to Forget Never-ending words have been written in heaven and deep in the foundation of earth; Nothing less than eternal is this word, written deep in my heart, etched on my soul. Neatly in place is this word, your … Continue reading →

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My Soul Aches

Posted on September 22, 2013 by Tom Bolton

Back in 2011 and early 2012, I studied and wrote about Psalm 119, the longest chapter in the Bible and a song that is all about reading the Bible. It is a Psalm that has not always been popular in … Continue reading →

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On Word, Law and Life: L

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Tom Bolton

I am re-blogging another stanza from my exploration of Psalm 119. Let Me Pray Loudly I speak of you, God-of-Grace; let me Live in your word, learning your commands. Leavened by your word and your commandments, Let my hope shine … Continue reading →

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Knowledge

Posted on August 20, 2013 by Tom Bolton

I am re-blogging more of my interpretation of Psalm 119.   Joyful in the Word Joyful in the word, blessed! Once I suffered and I learned from you: Joy and Hope! Judged by the measures of this fanciful society, your … Continue reading →

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Jubilation

Posted on August 13, 2013 by Tom Bolton

This was another stanza from my meditation on Psalm 119.  I wrote this in early 2012. I. In Judgement, Knowing Jubilation! I know how you treat me! As you promised, you treat me just so. Judgement and knowledge are in … Continue reading →

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A Stanza on Psalm 119

Posted on August 8, 2013 by Tom Bolton

H. Hope Rises, Hope is High Hope. I have hope. Hope is my inheritance. I hold tightly to your words and look into them; it is my promise. Heart-deep, heart-filled, I hear your blessing–my hope. Hope. Hearing my life over … Continue reading →

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On Word, Law and Life: stanza 6

Posted on July 15, 2013 by Tom Bolton

In January 2012, I was continuing this piece based on Psalm 119, contemplating our study of the Word, covenant today and life–life in hope. F.  Freedom Walk Freely I embraced your blessings, Lord, and finally I find your promises in … Continue reading →

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