Psalm 119:18: Open my eyes, that I may see wondrous things from Your law.
Experiencing Jesus in the Psalms
There were vast treasures in the Word which David had not yet fully seen, marvels which he had not yet beheld, mysteries which he had scarcely believed. The Scriptures are filled with wonders, yet what are these to closed eyes? And who can open their own eyes, since we are born blind? Scripture needs opening. What perfect precepts, what precious promises, what priceless privileges are neglected by us because we wander among them like blind people among the beauties of nature! The psalmist prayed, open my eyes; but what he had seen made him long for a clearer and wider sight, causing the believer to thirst for deeper knowledge. 1
Living the Transformed Life
To open their eyes, in order to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan to God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins and an inheritance among those who are sanctified by faith in Me.’ Acts 26:18
- Open my eyes, Oh Lord…I want to know You and Your Word. Forgive me for failing to hunger and thirst for Your righteousness before each day begins.
- Open my eyes, Oh Lord…I want to see You and not my situation, with eyes of faith. Forgive me for living by sight, instead of living by faith.
- Open my eyes, Oh Lord…I want to experience a life before Your throne of grace, with praise and adoration. Forgive me for my lack of prayerful fellowship with You.
He opens eyes, He opens hearts, and He opens a world of faith-filled living.
Praise and Prayer
Thank You, Father, for sharing Your endless faith, hope, and love with me. Dear Jesus, please remove the veil over my eyes, that I might see Your glory.
1. PACKER, J. I. (1993). Introduction. In Psalms (p. 186). Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books.