Psalm 119:40 says, “How I long for your precepts! In your righteousness preserve my life.”

This verse expresses a deep, fervent desire for God’s precepts(law, statutes, and commandments) and for our preservation through His righteousness. Basically, this verse is asking for a life guided by and restored by God’s Word and His justice.

Today is the week in our 8-week series on Psalm 119:33-40. Each week I have taught verse by verse and broken down their meaning. Psalm 119 is the longest Psalm. It’s a hymn of praise and appreciation for God’s instruction. God not only gave His people land, but He gave them His blueprint, the Torah for living. Each section in Psalm 119 coincides with a Hebrew letter and highlights attributes of God’s instructions to His people.

All of Psalm 119 is an acrostic poem that moves through each letter of the Hebrew alphabet. Psalm 119:33-40 go with the Hebrew letter ה He and the number 5. Which also corresponds to this year of 2025 or the Hebrew year 5785.

Psalm 119:39 says, “Take away the disgrace I dread, for your laws are good.”

Another way of saying this verse would be: God take away the scorn, shame, disgrace and negative consequences that we fear for not living in alignment to You. Also, protect us from the negative consequences others would put upon us for following after You, God, and trusting in You and Your ways.

After today we only have one week left. Continue with me during this 8-week series on Psalm 119:33-40. Each week I will teach verse by verse and break down their meaning. Psalm 119 is the longest Psalm. It’s a hymn of praise and appreciation for God’s instruction. God not only gave His people land, but He gave them His blueprint, the Torah for living. Each section in Psalm 119 coincides with a Hebrew letter and highlights attributes of God’s instructions to His people.

All of Psalm 119 is an acrostic poem that moves through each letter of the Hebrew alphabet. Psalm 119:33-40 go with the Hebrew letter ה He and the number 5. Which also corresponds to this year of 2025 or the Hebrew year 5785.

Psalm 119:37 says “Turn my eyes away from worthless things; preserve my life according to your word.”

This verse is a plea/prayer asking for renewed vision, and a strength to look away from things that are worldly and not aligned with God’s Kingdom or for our spiritual gain. Rather, that we would be quickened to and grow in the truth of Gods Word.

Continue with me during this 8-week series on Psalm 119:33-40. Each week I will teach verse by verse and break down their meaning. Psalm 119 is the longest Psalm. It’s a hymn of praise and appreciation for God’s instruction. God not only gave His people land, but He gave them His blueprint, the Torah for living. Each section in Psalm 119 coincides with a Hebrew letter and highlights attributes of God’s instructions to His people.

All of Psalm 119 is an acrostic poem that moves through each letter of the Hebrew alphabet. Psalm 119:33-40 go with the Hebrew letter ה He and the number 5. Which also corresponds to this year of 2025 or the Hebrew year 5785.

Psalm 119:38 says, “Fulfill your promise to your servant, so that you may be feared.”

This verse is often a cry of our hearts. That we would see God confirm His Word and promises to us because we are dedicated to serve Him and we revere Him. The word of God says, His promises never fail and they stand firm. However during times of difficulty our hearts cry out to God to show us and to make good on His promises.

Continue with me during this 8-week series on Psalm 119:33-40. Each week I will teach verse by verse and break down their meaning. Psalm 119 is the longest Psalm. It’s a hymn of praise and appreciation for God’s instruction. God not only gave His people land, but He gave them His blueprint, the Torah for living. Each section in Psalm 119 coincides with a Hebrew letter and highlights attributes of God’s instructions to His people.

All of Psalm 119 is an acrostic poem that moves through each letter of the Hebrew alphabet. Psalm 119:33-40 go with the Hebrew letter ה He and the number 5. Which also corresponds to this year of 2025 or the Hebrew year 5785.

Psalm 119:36 says, ”Turn my heart toward your statutes and not toward selfish gain.”

We all need to escape the path/road to selfish gain and our own selfish desires. This verse is a powerful decree and a direct request for God to direct our hearts towards loving Him, His commandments and His word. In addition to us not being trapped by the dangers of greed, material possessions or accolades. Instead the request is to turn our hearts and give us a desire for spiritual pursuits.

Continue with me during this 8-week series on Psalm 119:33-40. Each week I will teach verse by verse and break down their meaning. Psalm 119 is the longest Psalm. It’s a hymn of praise and appreciation for God’s instruction. God not only gave His people land, but He gave them His blueprint, the Torah for living. Each section in Psalm 119 coincides with a Hebrew letter and highlights attributes of God’s instructions to His people.

All of Psalm 119 is an acrostic poem that moves through each letter of the Hebrew alphabet. Psalm 119:33-40 go with the Hebrew letter ה He and the number 5. Which also corresponds to this year of 2025 or the Hebrew year 5785.

Psalm 119:35 says, “Direct me in the path of your commands, for there I find delight.”

Did you know that the word for direct in this verse means to bend like an archers bow? It also means to tread, lead, march and make me or cause me to walk in the plans and on the path you, God, have for me.

The Psalmists is asking for specific guidance to live a life that aligns with God’s heart and will.

Continue with me during this 8-week series on Psalm 119:33-40. Each week I will teach verse by verse and break down their meaning. Psalm 119 is the longest Psalm. It’s a hymn of praise and appreciation for God’s instruction. God not only gave His people land, but He gave them His blueprint, the Torah for living. Each section in Psalm 119 coincides with a Hebrew letter and highlights attributes of God’s instructions to His people.

All of Psalm 119 is an acrostic poem that moves through each letter of the Hebrew alphabet. Psalm 119:33-40 go with the Hebrew letter ה He and the number 5. Which also corresponds to this year of 2025 or the Hebrew year 5785.

Psalm 119:34 says, “Give me understanding, so that I may keep your law and obey it with all my heart.”

Understanding is so much more than knowing. It’s not just head knowledge and intellect, it is a deeper spiritual comprehension. Join me this week as I break down this verse and the richness of it’s meaning.

Join me for an 8-week series on Psalm 119:33-40. Each week I will teach verse by verse and break down their meaning. Psalm 119 is the longest Psalm. It’s a hymn of praise and appreciation for God’s instruction. God not only gave His people land, but He gave them His blueprint, the Torah for living. Each section in Psalm 119 coincides with a Hebrew letter and highlights attributes of God’s instructions to His people.

All of Psalm 119 is an acrostic poem that moves through each letter of the Hebrew alphabet. Psalm 119:33-40 go with the Hebrew letter ה He and the number 5. Which also corresponds to this year of 2025 or the Hebrew year 5785.

Join me for an 8-week series on Psalm 119:33-40. Each week I will teach verse by verse and break down their meaning. Psalm 119 is the longest Psalm. It’s a hymn of praise and appreciation for God’s instruction. God not only gave His people land, but He gave them His blueprint, the Torah for living. Each section in Psalm 119 coincides with a Hebrew letter and highlights attributes of God’s instructions to His people.

All of Psalm 119 is an acrostic poem that moves through each letter of the Hebrew alphabet. Psalm 119:33-40 go with the Hebrew letter ה He and the number 5. Which also corresponds to this year of 2025 or the Hebrew year 5785.

Psalm 119:33 says, “Teach me, Lord the way of your decrees, that I may follow it to the end.” This verse is power packed full of much truth and insight, that we all need.