Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 1104B recorded on July 27, 1986 teaching from Psalm 119:1-8;33-40 – Walk in the Law of the Lord.
Pastor Stevens uses the analogy of a chuckwagon race, specifically a disastrous crash at the Calgary Stampede, to illustrate how life, even for faithful churchgoers, can unexpectedly “pile up.” Stevens then turns to Psalm 119, emphasizing the psalmist’s pleas for righteousness and a life lived according to God’s law. He argues that true righteousness is not self-righteousness or having a “blighted,” judgmental attitude, but rather being in “right standing with God.” Finally, Pastor Stevens stresses the importance of honesty and courage in living a Christian life, urging his listeners to be honest with themselves and God, to have the courage of their convictions, and to let these principles guide their actions and conversations.