Welcome to Day 2400 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. This is Guthrie Chamberlain, Your Guide to Wisdom Wisdom Nuggets – Psalm 1:1-6 Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2400 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2400 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. In today’s Wisdom Nugget, I will guide you through the vast landscapes of biblical wisdom. Today, we’re delving into the timeless wisdom of Psalm 1 from the New Living Translation. Psalm 1 serves as the gateway to the entire Book of Psalms, setting the stage with a powerful contrast between the righteous and the wicked. It offers profound insights on how to live a blessed life. So, let’s embark on this trek together and uncover the rich wisdom found in this beautiful psalm. Psalm 1 (NLT): 1 Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. 2 But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night. 3 They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do. 4 But not the wicked! They are like worthless chaff, scattered by the wind. 5 They will be condemned at the time of judgment. Sinners will have no place among the godly. 6 For the Lord watches over the path of the godly, but the path of the wicked leads to destruction. The Path of the Righteous: Psalm 1 begins with a declaration of the joys and blessings experienced by those who choose the path of righteousness. Verse 1 states, “Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers.” This verse highlights the importance of the company we keep and the influence we allow in our lives. The righteous are those who consciously avoid the negative influences of the wicked, sinners, and mockers. Instead of following the world’s ways, the righteous delight in the law of the Lord, as we see in verse 2: “But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night.” This delight and meditation on God’s Word are central to the righteous life. It is not a burdensome obligation but a source of joy and nourishment. By immersing ourselves in Scripture, we align our hearts and minds with God’s will, allowing His wisdom to guide our steps. A Tree Planted by the Riverbank: In verse 3, the psalmist uses a vivid metaphor to describe the life of the righteous: “They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do.” This imagery of a tree planted by the riverbank conveys stability, nourishment, and productivity. Just as a tree draws sustenance from the river, so the righteous draw life and strength from their relationship with God. The tree’s ability to bear fruit each season represents the consistent and enduring nature of a life rooted in God’s Word. Regardless of external circumstances, the righteous flourish and prosper...
