Scripture: Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19
In this psalm, the writer expresses devotion to
God because God listened to his cry for mercy. In response, the writer promises
to “lift up the cup of salvation” and to fulfill all his vows to God in the
presence of God’s people. For Christians, discipleship is
a response not what God has done in Jesus. God acted first in extending mercy
to us and, because of that, the only suitable response is to give our lives to
God.