ל Lamed Verses 89-96
These verses establish the immutability of God’s Word (c.f., Isaiah 40.8; Matthew 24.35; and 1 Peter 1.25). Nature shows this truth as well. The seeming permanence of heaven mirrors God’s eternal faithfulness, love, and compassion for His creation. Just as the universe works according to His laws (91), so we must work according to His Word. We see, in society, today, what happens when we follow our own moral code instead of God’s. See our discussion on Psalm 72. The psalmist is reminding us of the eternal perfection of God’s established Word and how we fall short of it each time we stray from it.
מ Mem Verses 97-104
The psalmist presents how useful knowing God’s Word is for everyday life. When we obey God’s Word, His wisdom runs through us and our understanding of what life is truly about goes beyond our years, our teachers, and our enemies. We are truly wise. Read my testimony on this subject.
This lifestyle requires discipline and time. However, the results are astounding. How are you doing in knowing and loving God’s Word? You can easily answer this by how well you obey what it says.
I think verse 89 properly exemplies God’s Word and truth. Many things are changing and uncertain in the world. But God’s Word stays the same and “stands firm.” His Word is what we are to depend on and look to for guidance. When we seek His Word and make it a daily part of our lives, we will gain understanding and direction.