Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—Psalm 1
by: Dale Rood.
What does it mean to be blessed? This psalm reflects on that. To be blessed is to be like a tree planted by the rivers of water: 1) His work is fruitful in season; 2) His life is filled with joy and zest for living; 3) There is purpose in all that he does. How does a person come into this style of life? By making his delight to be in the Word of God (the Law); by keeping friends that build up instead of tearing down; by avoiding language that mocks, or is obscene, foolish, or coarse (Ephesians 5:4). Compare and contrast this with the situation of the wicked described by the psalmist.