MAY 21
Psalm 101:2, “I will walk with integrity of heart within my house.”
Psalm 101 is a heartfelt expression of David’s deep desire to walk in righteousness before the Lord. With repeated declarations of “I will” and “I will not,” David lays out a series of personal resolutions that reflect his commitment to a life of holiness. He resolves to live blamelessly, to be a godly example in his home, to turn away from the company of the wicked, to silence slander and pride, to honor the faithful, and to cleanse the city of evil. At the same time, he firmly refuses to set wicked things before his eyes, to tolerate perversity, or to permit deceit and falsehood in his presence. This psalm challenges us to consider our own walk with God, calling us to a higher standard of integrity and purity as we seek to honor Him in both our private lives and public witness.
This spirit of intentional devotion is also seen in the life of Jonathan Edwards (1703–1758), one of America’s most influential theologians and revival preachers. At just 19 years old, Edwards began composing a series of personal Resolutions—70 in total—that would guide his conduct for the rest of his life. These resolutions covered every area of life: spiritual devotion, time management, humility, relationships, and the pursuit of holiness. Recognizing his utter dependence on divine grace, Edwards wrote at the beginning of his Resolutions: “Being sensible that I am unable to do anything without God’s help, I do humbly entreat Him by His grace to enable me to keep these Resolutions.” He committed to read them weekly, aiming to live each day in light of eternity and for the glory of God. Like David in Psalm 101, Edwards modeled what it means to live with purpose, resolve, and a heart fully devoted to the Lord.
The examples of David and Jonathan invite us to examine our own lives with renewed seriousness. What personal resolutions might we set before the Lord today? In a world full of compromise, may we choose a path of integrity that depends on God’s strength, honors His name, and draws others to His holiness.
“Being sensible that I am unable to do anything without God’s help, I do humbly entreat Him by His grace to enable me to keep these Resolutions.” — Jonathan Edwards
Application Questions: What specific areas of your life—at home, at work, or in private—need greater integrity and intentional holiness before God? Like David and Jonathan Edwards, what resolutions can you make today that, by God’s grace, will help you pursue a more faithful and blameless walk with Him?
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