Psalm 40:8
“I delight to do thy will, O my God: yea, thy law is within my heart.”
KJV
Read in Psalm 40Meaning
Delighting to do God’s will and carrying God’s instruction within the heart describe formed obedience, not infallible private impulses or immunity from correction.
Obedience and public proclamation
Verses 6–10 move beyond ritual performance toward receptive obedience, delight in God’s will, and open proclamation of righteousness, faithfulness, salvation, steadfast love, and truth.
Read carefully
Delighting to do God’s will and carrying God’s instruction within the heart describe formed obedience, not infallible private impulses or immunity from correction.
Reflection
Delighting to do God’s will and carrying God’s instruction within the heart describe formed obedience, not infallible private impulses or immunity from correction.