Clothesline Theology
“ The law of the Lord is perfect… ” Psalm 19:7-11, NIV Most people would disagree. And some of us only agree when the law of the Lord doesn’t cramp our style. We used to sing these verses (using the King James Version) before the overwhelming quantity of new music made the song a relic. But the words remain as true today as they always were. “ The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul. ” “ The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple .” “ The precepts of the Lord are right, giving joy to the heart .” “ The commands of the Lord are radiant, giving light to the eyes .” “ The fear of the Lord is pure, enduring forever .” “ The ordinances of the Lord are sure and altogether righteous .” “ They are more precious than gold, than much pure gold; they are sweeter than honey, than honey from the comb. By them is your servant warned; in keeping them there is great reward .” The law is described using several different words: statutes, precepts, command...