You Enlarge My Heart

Scripture: Psalm 119:23-32

My soul clings to the dust; revive me according to Your word. I have declared my ways, and You answered me; teach me Your statutes. Make me understand the way of Your precepts; so shall I meditate on Your wonderful works. My soul melts from heaviness; strengthen me according to Your word. Remove from me the way of lying, and grant me Your law graciously. I have chosen the way of truth; your judgments I have laid before me. I cling to your testimonies; O Lord, do not put me to shame! I will run the course of Your commandments, for You enlarge my heart.

Reaction: In today’s meditation I focused on the phrase “You enlarge my heart”. I imagined that my heart was opening wide so I could receive all sorts of wonderful gifts from the Lord: energy (revive me), enlightenment (you answered me), instruction (teach me), wisdom (make me understand), power (strengthen me), forgiveness (remove from me), and oneness with Him (I cling). I was also profoundly aware of the gifts I’ve already received from Him: peace, joy, and a burning desire to be closer to Him. Of the many searching questions I’ve had, I know that some have been answered, and other revelations are yet to come. Of all the graces I’ve needed to carry out my goals, I know that the Spirit has already blessed me in many ways, and will continue to grant me the strength to do whatever He wills of me. Of all the flaws I’ve sought to overcome, I know that I have been fortified to turn away from many transgressions, and will continue to be molded to become the person God designed me to be. All will be granted if continue to keep my heart open to the Lord.