The similar phrase 'Worldly Christianity' is one used by Bonhoeffer. It's J Gresham Machen that I want to line up most closely with. See his Christianity and culture here. Having done commentaries on Proverbs (Heavenly Wisdom) and Song of Songs (Heavenly Love), a matching title for Ecclesiastes would be Heavenly Worldliness. For my stance on worldliness, see 3 posts here.
10 Ways God's Word is Pictured in Psalm 119
- Something hidden in a secret place 11 I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. 12 Praise be to you, LORD; teach me your decrees.
- Something containing wonderful things 18 Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law.
- A life saver 25 I am laid low in the dust; preserve my life according to your word. (See also 37 40, 50, 93)
- A path or way 27-35 27 Cause me to understand the way of your precepts, that I may meditate on your wonderful deeds. … 29 Keep me from deceitful ways; be gracious to me and teach me your law. 30 I have chosen the way of faithfulness; I have set my heart on your laws. 32 I run in the path of your commands, for you have broadened my understanding. 33 Teach me, LORD, the way of your decrees, that I may follow it to the end. ... 35 Direct me in the path of your commands, for there I find delight.
- A strength provider 28 My soul is weary with sorrow; strengthen me according to your word.
- A shepherd 67 Before I was afflicted I went astray, but now I obey your word. 176 I have strayed like a lost sheep. Seek your servant, for I have not forgotten your commands.
- A star 89 Your word, LORD, is eternal; it stands firm in the heavens.
- Silver and gold 72 The law from your mouth is more precious to me than thousands of pieces of silver and gold. (See also 127)
- Honey 103 How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth!
- Light 105 Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path. (See also 130)
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