
Psalm 1: The Path of the Blessed / Psalmify Week 9
• Series: Psalmify
Renew Lead Pastor Bartley Sawatsky wraps up our series Psalmify, focusing in on Psalm 1, The Path of the Blessed. In this powerful exploration of Psalm 1:1-3, Pastor Bartley delves into the essence of a righteous life. We're reminded that true blessedness comes from aligning ourselves with God's ways, not the world's. The passage paints a vivid picture of the righteous person as a tree planted by streams of water - deeply rooted, fruitful, and ever-green. This metaphor beautifully illustrates how staying connected to God's word and meditating on it day and night nourishes our spiritual lives. We're challenged to examine our own 'spiritual roots' and consider how we can draw more deeply from God's living water. The message emphasizes that prosperity in God's eyes isn't about material wealth, but about bearing fruit and maintaining vitality in all seasons of life.