PM Service, 5 January 2025
As we open the book of Psalms, we are greeted by Psalm 1—a fitting gateway to the entire Psalter. This opening psalm is like a signpost, directing us to consider two distinct paths: the way of the righteous and the way of the wicked. In its simplicity and clarity, Psalm 1 confronts us with a profound and searching question: Which way are we walking?
This question isn’t merely academic; it is deeply personal and eternally significant. Psalm 1 invites us to examine the influences shaping our lives, the trajectory of our choices, and the destination of our souls. It calls us to delight in God’s Word, to resist the subtle yet dangerous progression of sin, and to live with a perspective rooted in eternity.
At the heart of this Psalm is a picture of flourishing—a tree planted by streams of water, fruitful and enduring. It’s a life of spiritual vitality, one that reflects God’s blessing. But this life is not achieved by human effort alone. Psalm 1 ultimately points us to Christ, the perfect blessed man who fulfilled its demands and, by His Spirit, enables us to walk in the way of righteousness.
Main Idea: In Christ, the blessed man, we are called and empowered to walk in the way of righteousness, bearing fruit for His glory and living with eternal hope. As we journey through this psalm, let us consider where we stand and allow the Word of God to guide us toward the flourishing life found in Christ alone.