Make thy face to shine upon thy servant; and teach me thy statutes. Psa 119:135

Desiring for God's face to shine upon us, as expressed in Psalm 119:135, signifies seeking His favor, guidance, and blessings. When God's face shines upon us, it symbolizes His approval and presence in our lives. This divine favor brings peace, protection, and a deeper understanding of His teachings. By asking for God's face to shine upon us, we are also expressing our desire to be close to Him and to live according to His statutes. This closeness to God helps us navigate life's challenges with wisdom and grace. 

·      A request from Aaron’s Blessing: Num 6:25 The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee:

·      David’s prayer: Psa 31:16 Make thy face to shine upon thy servant: save me for thy mercies' sake.

·      Asaph’s prayer: Psa 80:3 Turn us again, O God, and cause thy face to shine; and we shall be saved.

·      Daniel’s Prayer: Dan 9:17 Now therefore, O our God, hear the prayer of thy servant, and his supplications, and cause thy face to shine upon thy sanctuary that is desolate, for the Lord's sake.

The Face of Jesus Christ:

·      Mat 17:2 And was transfigured before them: and his face did shine as the sun, and his raiment was white as the light.

·      2Co 4:6 For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

Our Future Hope:

·      1Co 13:12 For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known.

Do you desire for the face of God to shine upon you?

Ron Cox – Director of HOPE Ministry