THE MARKS OF A
FLOURISHING LIFE

At the conclusion of our 10-week, summer study in Psalm 119, we reflected on THE MARKS OF A FLOURISHING LIFE. We pray this list will help provide ongoing reflection, repentance and growth in your life. 

COMMIT – I make decisions by seeking God's will in Scripture, not to earn His approval, but because I already have it as His child by grace through faith in Jesus.

• “Blessed are those who keep his testimonies, who seek him with their whole heart!” (Ps 119:2)

TREASURE – When I need guidance or comfort, I turn to God's Word before I turn to social media or other voices.

• “I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.” (Ps 119:11)

SEEK – When life crushes me, I run to God in prayer and His Word rather than escaping through comfort, entertainment, or other distractions.

• “My soul melts away for sorrow; strengthen me according to your word!” (Ps 119:28)

TRUST – I stand firm on biblical convictions even when family, friends, or culture pressure me to compromise my faith.

• “Then shall I have an answer for him who taunts me, for I trust in your word.” (Ps 119:42)

LEARN – I can say "it was good for me to be afflicted" because by God’s grace I see how hardship has taught me to depend on God's Word more than my circumstances.

• “It is good for me that I was afflicted, that I might learn your statutes.” (Ps 119:71)

CLING – When I’m exhausted and overwhelmed, I cling to God’s promises... not my own strength, plans, or control.

• “If your law had not been my delight, I would have perished in my affliction.” (Ps 119:92)

DELIGHT – I genuinely look forward to reading the Bible and find myself thinking about biblical truths throughout my day.

• “Oh how I love your law! It is my meditation all the day.” (Ps 119:97)

FOCUS – I turn to God's Word for clarity when the world feels chaotic, and I respond with His truth and compassion rather than my emotions and anger.

• “The unfolding of your words gives light; it imparts understanding to the simple.” (Ps 119:130)

BURN – I'm consumed by God's Word, and the Holy Spirit uses it to shape my schedule, saturate my conversations, and transform how I live.

• “My zeal consumes me, because my foes forget your words.” (Ps 119:139)

PERSEVERE – I understand that finishing strong is about resting in God's grace with ongoing dependence and increasing obedience, but not perfect performance.

• “Great peace have those who love your law; nothing can make them stumble.” (Ps 119:165)

FLOURISH – I trust Jesus as my Savior, walk with Him daily in His Word, and share Him with others because this is what it means to truly FLOURISH.

• “Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the Lord!” (Ps 119:1)