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2. The Foundation of Truth Psalm 19
Why We Believe the Bible
It claims to be revelation from God
Verified by observations in nature
Verified by historical accuracy
Integrity of authors to write the truth
Fulfilled prophecy – 100% accurate

3. The Foundation of Truth Psalm 19
Why We Believe the Bible
Man could not / would not write it
unsurpassed in subjects treated, quality & variety of literature & realistic treatment of man
Unified in purpose, theme and factual harmony though written by 40 authors over 1500 years.

4. The Foundation of Truth Psalm 19
Why We Believe the Bible
It answers all major philosophical ?’s
The most read of all books
The most translated book
The most influential book ever
The best preserved book from antiquity

5. The Foundation of Truth Psalm 19
Why We Believe the Bible
We can accurately determine what God gave to the prophets & apostles
God does not lie (Num. 23:19) & Jesus said, “Thy word is truth” (John 17:17) & that it would not pass away (Matt. 5:18)
We have God’s word. It is true. We can believe it.

6. Psalm 19
Verses 1-6: Creation reveals God’s glory and handiwork
Verses 7-11: The Scriptures reveal God’s plans & blessings for us
Verses 12-14: The Effect of God’s Word on David

7. Psalm 19:7-11 The Hexapla
Six Descriptive titles
Six Characteristics
Six Divine effects or qualities
Concluding with the supreme value of the Scriptures

8. Psalm 19:7-11 - The Hexapla Title Characteristic Quality/Effect
Law of the LORD is perfect converting the soul
Testimony of the LORD is sure making wise
the Simple .
Statutes of the LORD are right rejoicing the heart
Commandments of the LORD are pure enlightening
the eyes .
Fear of the LORD is clean enduring forever
Judgments of the LORD are true they are righteous

9. The Law of the Lord – Vs. 7a
Law = Torah: a set of regulations made of statutes, ordinances, precepts, commandments and testimonies
It points to the path God wants you to walk
The law is perfect: complete, whole, literally "all sided.“ Do not add to or subtract from it

10. The Law converts / restores the soul
The Law of the Lord – Vs. 7a
The Law converts / restores the soul
Repentance - (Joshua 24:23, Jeremiah 4:4,14 and Hosea 10:12)
A beneficial reviving effect that permeates the very life and soul
It speaks to both the saved & the lost

11. The Testimony of the Lord – Vs. 7b
Testimony = “to bear witness”
It is sure – absolutely certain
Hebrews 6:13
It makes the simple wise
Simple = open, not foolish.
Ignorance is removed by instruction
Contrast with Fools – Prov.17:28

12. The Statues of the Lord – Vs. 8a
Statutes / Precepts = general principles of law
They are right: moral, fitting, proper – mapping out a course for man to live by
They cause the heart to rejoice

13. The Commandments of the Lord – Vs. 8b
Commandments = the specifics of obeying the principles of law
They are pure: without defilement
They enlighten the eyes
Increasing spiritual perception
Give freshness & joy to the appearance of the eyes

14. The Fear of the Lord - Vs. 9a
Fear = the wholesome reverence for the will of God – see Proverbs 1:7; 14:27
It is clean – as in a purified metal, all dross is removed
It endures forever, its value never diminishes
Unbelievers may not fear God until they are in Hell. Then it is forever

15. The Judgements of the Lord - Vs. 9b
Judgement = Deciding between right & wrong and pronouncing guilt or innocence
True – God’s verdicts are utterly dependable – cf. Rev. 20:12; Gal. 6:7
Righteous altogether - They are correct, holy – no claim of injustice can be laid against God

16. The Effect of the Word of God - Vs. 10-11
Mark 8:36
Honey was the sweetest, most pleasant food available to them
Psalm 119:9-11
David’s heart was after God – 1 Sam. 13

17. David’s Response - Vs
God reveals man’s errors - Jer. 17:9,10
David seeks pardon for his sins – vs. 12
David seeks to be kept from sin – vs. 13
Presumptuous sins = willful sins resulting in being cut off – Num. 15:30
David wants a continuing right relationship with God – vs. 14

18. Conclusions
The Scriptures will have the same effect on us if we know what it says, believe it, and commit ourselves to follow it.
Do not let emotions or your own foolish desires disrupt your obedience to God’s word.
Either bend your will to God’s, or quit claiming to be His follower.

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