Like a Tree Planted by Streams

Psalm 1:1 How happy is the person, who does not take the advice of the wicked, who does not stand on the path with sinners, and who does not sit in the seat of mockers. But He delights in the Lord's instruction, and meditates in His instruction day and night. he will be like a tree planted by streams of water yielding its fruit in its season.

The psalmist speaks more directly about true happiness in this short Psalm than any philosopher, or even all of them together. While the philosophers only beat around the bush, God has placed the answer right into our hands.

To meditate on God's word means to engage in thoughtful self-reflection about the profound truths it contains, focusing our minds and being fully attentive. We should consistently view the word of God as our guiding principle for behavior and the source of our comfort, keeping it in our thoughts at all times, day and night. For this purpose, any time is suitable..