John 8:12 Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path. Psalm 119:105 The 176 verses of Psalm 119 are organized into 22 sections Each section corresponds to one of the 22 letters of the Hebrew alphabet; creating a meticulously crafted acrostic. The purpose of Psalm 119 is to celebrate the beauty, power, and necessity of God's Word- serving as a practical guide to help believers maintain spiritual purity, seek God's face, and remain steadfast through life's trials and afflictions. -Paul Tripp Throughout Psalm 119, 8 intentional phrases are used for the term, word: Law law AND revelation- Word spoken word Judgments discern AND decide Testimonies faithful witness Commandments authoritative word Statutes written word Precepts guiding principle or directive Word anything God has spoken, commanded, or promis