One Year Bible – Day 31

S – The secret counsel of the Lord is for those who fear him, and he reveals his covenant to them.

Psalms 25:14 CSB

O – Commentary: 

Intimate fellowship with The Hebrew noun used here, sod, can mean “council” (Jer 23:18); it refers to a close relationship of confidence (Job 29:4; Prov 3:32). Those who fear Yahweh will enjoy His friendship.

Faithlife Study Bible 

“Fear” – yârê˒, yaw-ray’; from 3372; fearing; mor. reverent:— afraid, fear (-ful).

The New Strong’s Dictionary of Hebrew and Greek Word

A – We can have a “close relationship of confidence” when we approach God in awe and honor.  Intimacy with the Creator of everything is an amazing concept.  We must be reverent of Who God is but intimacy eliminates distance and inauthenticity.  Just as we should honor our parents at any age, relationships eliminate formality.

R – Heavenly Father, you are big.  Yet, you draw as your child close to you to walk together today.  Let us walk in the confidence of our relationship while recognizing that You have no limits.