Psalm 40:8

The Passion Translation

I delight to fulfill your will, my God, for your living words are written upon the pages of my heart.”

Cross References

Romans 7:22

Truly, deep within my true identity, I love to do what pleases God.

John 4:34

To clarify, Jesus spoke up and said, “My food is to do the will of him who sent me and bring it to completion.”

Psalm 119:16

My delight is found in all your laws, and I won’t forget to walk in your words.

Jeremiah 15:16

When you speak to me, I devour every word. Your word brings me such boundless joy. The endless delight of my heart is in knowing that your beautiful name is attached to me, O  Yahweh, Commander of Angel Armies.

Psalm 119:24

Your commandments are my counselors; your Word is my light and delight!

Psalm 119:47

My passion and delight is in your word, for I love what you say to me!

Psalm 119:92

Because your words are my deepest delight, I didn’t give up when all else was lost.

Psalm 112:1

Shout in celebration of praise to the Lord! Everyone who loves the Lord and delights in him will cherish his words and be blessed beyond expectation.

Jeremiah 31:33

“No, this is the new covenant I will make with the people of Israel when the time has come,” declares Yahweh. “I will embed my law into the core of their being and write it on their hearts and minds. Then I will truly be their God, and they will truly be my people.

Proverbs 3:1

My child, if you truly want a long and satisfying life, never forget the things that I’ve taught you. Follow closely every truth that I’ve given you. Then you will have a full, rewarding life.

2 Corinthians 3:3

As a result of our ministry, you are living letters written by Christ, not with ink but by the Spirit of the living God—not carved onto stone tablets but on the tablets of tender hearts.

Romans 8:29

For he knew all about us before we were born and he destined us from the beginning to share the likeness of his Son. This means the Son is the oldest among a vast family of brothers and sisters who will become just like him.