A Look at Psalm 119:55
In the Night I Remember Your Name
Psalm 119:55 “In the night I remember Your name, O Lord, and I will keep your law.”
“In the night I remember Your name.”
There is a stillness in the night that creates a wonderful setting for intimacy with God. God instructs us in His Word to be still and know that He is God. Daytime represents activity. Typically, it is during the day that we are most active. When God calls us to be still, He may be calling us to a place of intimacy with Him.
There is something about stillness that brings us close to God. When we cease from our own activities, we develop a greater understanding that He is God. Many times, in our “doing” we forget that God is ultimately in control. Our “doing” becomes our god. Could it be that God is calling you to cease from your own labor and simply be still?
Night can also refer to a dark time. Often, we pass through “dark times” in our lives. This could be a phase that lasts for some time. David had many dark times in his life, but he never gave up on God. He said that in the night he would remember the name of his Lord. The only one who can bring us out of darkness is He who is the Light of the World. The one who is Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace is the one who brings the light of day to our darkness.
David also said that even though he was in the “night” he would still keep God’s laws. This quality is what distinguishes David from most of us. Our tendency is to use the dark times as an excuse to disobey God. We feel that our situation is exceptional and therefore God will understand our lack of obedience to Him. David said, in essence, “Even though I can’t see the light of day, I will still obey your laws.”
Take some time to let this verse sink in. Meditate on it, and consider how often you call upon His name in the stillness of the night.
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