Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; but his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night.

Lord, this is a passage of stark contrasts with the division being choice. Do I choose to spend my time, thoughts, words and actions in the company and support of those who despise you or do I choose to bask in the Shalom of Your Word and Presence? The two cannot coexist any more than dark can exist in the presence of light. I choose to live in the Kingdom of Light, that place where Your Presence radiates over all.

Today's readings in the Psalms:

Morning: Psalm 28

Mid-day: 119:97-104

Evening: Psalm 103

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