Psalm 1 Devotional: Delighting in God’s Word

“Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked… but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night.” — Psalm 1:1-2

Psalm 1: The Secret to a Blessed, Rooted Life

If your soul feels scattered, Psalm 1 is a gentle invitation to slow down and re-center on God’s Word. This opening psalm paints a vivid contrast between the way of the world and the way of the righteous—and shows us where true stability and joy are found.

The blessed woman isn’t the busiest, trendiest, or loudest. She’s the one who delights in Scripture. She becomes like a tree planted by streams of water—rooted, nourished, fruitful in season, steady in drought.

If you’re longing for that kind of quiet strength, you’re in the right place.

We really love this in-depth look at Psalms 1-6 from John Piper

How to Use This Devotional

Read the psalm slowly, linger over a word or phrase that stands out, and ask the Lord to help you love His Word again.

Short prayer: Lord, plant me by Your living water. Make Your Word my delight and my daily bread. Amen.

Free Resource: Psalm 1 Devotional (Download)

We created a Psalm 1 Devotional to help you sit with the text and pray it into your everyday life. It pairs perfectly with this post and is ideal for quiet time, discipleship groups, or a weekend reset.

Note: The download contains everything you need to walk through Psalm 1 thoughtfully.

Why Psalm 1 Matters (Right Now)

• It reorients your delight from distraction to truth.
• It clarifies the two paths we all walk—often without noticing.
• It promises fruit in season to those who keep returning to God’s Word.

The way forward isn’t more hustle; it’s deeper roots.

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Free Resource Psalm 1 Devotional PDF

What is included in this printable version of this 3-day Psalm 1 Study?
Includes prompts, prayer reflections, and space to write out your meditations.

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