Psalm 119:133 (KJV)
133 "Order my steps in thy word: and let not any iniquity have dominion over me."

Many people want to find their path or direction in life. It's something that we all struggle with. God is highlighting in these verses however that his word is meant to guide our every step. We live in a world full of distractions and temptations that try to pull us away from God’s purpose for our lives. Yet, this verse is a reminder that if we let God’s Word direct our steps, we can realize that we are no longer under the power of sin. Why? Because Jesus, who is the Word made flesh, has already conquered sin for us.

Direction isn’t found in our own strength; it’s found in God’s Word.

Every aspect of our lives must be directed by God's word. The world tells us to follow our hearts, but the Bible tells us to follow God’s Word. Our feelings are fleeting, and our desires can lead us astray, but God’s Word remains constant and true. This Word is Jesus, the ultimate guide for our lives. He is the living Word, the embodiment of God’s truth and love. When we align our steps with Jesus, we walk in freedom, purpose, and power.

"Let not any iniquity have dominion over me" isn't just a wish. it’s a declaration of the victory we have in Christ. Jesus has broken the power of sin in our lives. When He died on the cross and rose again, He defeated sin and death once and for all. We no longer have to live under the chains of our past mistakes, guilt, or shame. We are free. Because of Jesus, sin no longer has the right to control us. We are no longer slaves to our old habits, thoughts, or temptations.

The Word of God equips us to live in freedom, reminding us of our identity as children of God. We often forget that God’s Word is alive and powerful. It’s not just words on a page, it is literally Jesus in real time.

People read the word to gain information, we read the word for transformation. Reading the bible allows us to see the heart of Jesus. His word speaks into our hearts, shapes our thoughts, and guides our actions. Jesus has already won the battle, and His Word is your weapon and guide. When you face temptation, turn to the Word. When you feel lost, turn to the word. When you feel anxiety, turn to the word.

This is what it means to seek Jesus. He set us free from the law of sin and death. We just have to rest in that.

Freedom is not found in striving, it's found in abiding. 

Let's abide in Christ and rest in the victory He obtained for us. Amen!