Psalm 119:127

Psalm 119:127 “Because I love Your commands more than gold, more than pure gold,”

Though this verse is not complete (it continues in verse 128), it makes a very important statement. David considers God’s commands to be more precious than gold. He is expressing his understanding of true wealth. The Hebrew meaning for wealth is that of attaining peace of mind. In the first few verses of this section (Ayin), David does not have a peace of mind. He is being oppressed by ungodly men. However, by this verse the Word of God is working in his heart bringing him true wealth. David is discovering that money cannot purchase peace of mind. 

David said in essence, “Your commands have given me something greater than gold.” Peace of mind. The truly wealthy person is a person of contentment. Peace of mind comes through knowing you are right with God. In 1 Timothy 6, we read about the false doctrine of the love of money. Verses 3-4, say that anyone who gives themselves to false doctrine and rejects the sound doctrine of Jesus Christ is conceited and understands nothing. Verse 5 says that their corrupt mind believes that godliness is a measure to financial gain. Verse 6 sets us straight when it clearly states, “But godliness with contentment is great gain.” Peace of mind is wealth. 

Peace of mind will never come through trying to gain control of our life, but rather through giving control of your life to God. Keep in mind that it is the conceited person, the self-centered person, who desires to control others. That is why 1 Timothy 6:20 says, “For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil.” It is evil to desire to control others or even our self, rather than giving God control of our life. 

Let me encourage you to take some time to meditate on this verse; as you do, ask yourself if you truly love the commands of God more than gold.  Continued