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Psalm 119:62, 105 — “At midnight I will rise to give thanks unto thee because of thy righteous judgments. … Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.”

David’s gratitude for God’s Word shines throughout Psalm 119. He rose at midnight to give thanks for God’s righteous judgments. He confessed that the Word was a lamp to his feet and a light to his path. Gratitude for daily life is rooted in the gift of Scripture.

The Word is both revelation and guidance. It reveals God’s character, His promises, and His will. It also guides our steps, keeping us from stumbling in darkness. Gratitude deepens when we recognize how lost we would be without God’s Word.

David’s midnight thanksgiving shows how valuable he considered the Scriptures. Even in the quiet hours, he found reason to thank God for His Word. Gratitude is not tied to convenience but to conviction. Those who treasure the Word will give thanks for it continually.

For pastors, gratitude for God’s Word is central. Their labor is in the Word, feeding the flock. Every sermon, every counsel, every encouragement flows from Scripture. Gratitude fuels their study and strengthens their proclamation.

For the flock, gratitude for the Word is life-giving. It is more than a book; it is the voice of God. Every promise, every command, every story reveals His love. Gratitude grows when we see Scripture not as duty but as delight.

The Word is not only for learning but for living. It lights our path, showing us how to walk in a dark world. Gratitude for the Word leads to obedience, as we live out what God has spoken.

Let us thank God daily for His Word. Without it, we would wander aimlessly. With it, we walk in light. Truly, the Word of God is a gift beyond measure.