Bible Study – Psalms 1

S – He is like a tree planted beside flowing streams that bears its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither. Whatever he does prospers. 

Psalms 1:3 CSB

O – Commentary:

For all who take their delight in living by God’s Word, there is prosperity. Under the image of a fruitful tree, the psalmist declared that whatever the righteous do will prosper (cf. 92:12–14). Two qualifications need to be noted. First, the fruit, that is, the prosperity, is produced in its season and not necessarily immediately after planting. Second, what the godly person does will be controlled by the Law of God (1:2). So if a person meditates on God’s Word, his actions will be godly, and his God-controlled activities will prosper, that is, come to their divinely directed fulfillment.

 Allen P. Ross, “Psalms,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures, ed. J. F. Walvoord and R. B. Zuck, vol. 1 (Wheaton, IL: Victor Books, 1985), 790.

A – We all want to “prosper.”  While this is usually associated with finances, it covers so much more.  Any area that is vital to our well being physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually comes together for our overall well being.  All of that breaks forward when we follow God Word.

R – Heavenly Father, you are the Jehovah Jireh, our Provider.  Thank you for your Word that allow us to prosper in all areas of our lives.  We invite you to work in us to align with your Word so we can grow in our relationship with you, while enjoying the benefits of your blessing.