“He is like a tree planted by streams of water ... he prospers” (v3). The psalmist declares that there are only two possible life paths: to “prosper” (v3) or to “perish” (v6).  The wise person commits wholly to God and His ways, delighting in God’s law, day and night (v2). The foolish person dismisses God and His ways and instead takes his cues from the wicked, the sinner and scoffer (v2).

Many voices claim to tell us how to find the good life.  But the only way to experience true, abundant life – regardless of our financial situation or physical circumstances - is to put our roots down into God’s living water (v3).  When we connect firmly to Him, we experience a life of fruitfulness and flourishing (v3).