Lectio
“All the ways of Yahweh are mercy and truth, to those who yearn for his covenant and his testimonies.” (Psalm 24:10)
Meditatio
Meditate on the balance of mercy and truth in Yahweh’s ways. God’s mercy extends to those who fall short, offering compassion and forgiveness. At the same time, His truth provides guidance, stability, and justice.
Meditate on how both mercy and truth work together in your own life. Are there areas where you need to experience more of the Lord’s mercy? Or are you being called to walk more fully in the truth of His commandments?
Do you yearn for His covenant in your own life? How does that longing shape your daily actions, thoughts, and decisions?
Oratio
O Lord, my God, Your ways are filled with mercy and truth. I seek to live in accordance with Your covenant, longing to follow Your commandments and testimonies. Help me to embrace Your mercy when I fall, and give me the strength to walk in Your truth each day. May I always yearn for Your guidance and be faithful to the promises You have made.
Contemplatio
In contemplation, imagine yourself walking on a path that is illuminated by both mercy and truth. Feel the warmth of God’s mercy, comforting and forgiving you, and the clarity of His truth, guiding your every step. As you journey along this path, let the desire for His covenant deepen in your heart. In this quiet moment, rest in the assurance that the Lord’s ways are steadfast, full of love and justice for those who seek Him. Allow His mercy and truth to fill you with peace and confidence in your relationship with Him.
Actio
Show compassion to those around you, reflecting God’s mercy, and stand firm in living according to His truth. In moments of challenge or decision, seek His covenant by turning to prayer and Scripture, making His commandments and testimonies the foundation of your actions. Let your life reflect the same balance of mercy and truth that defines the ways of Yahweh.
