Psalm 96
-Theme: Praising
God through singing, proclamation, offering, and worship in preparation of His
coming righteous judgment of this world.
-Historical Insight: This anonymous Psalm was possibly from
King David, or at least inspired by him, because it closely resembles his hymn
of praise in 1 Chronicles 16:23-36.
-*Application* God gives us new songs to sing to Him in
exaltation and blessing upon His Name. We should in like manner proclaim His
good tidings of His salvation every single day of our lives (Psalm 96:1-2). If
His glory is to be revealed among the nations and peoples of this earth, it is
our solemn duty to spread His gospel truth. He is worthy and Creator of all. He
is to be feared above all other gods, which amount to nothing more than idols
(Psalm 96:3-5, Revelation 9:20). God is a God of splendor and majesty, strength
and beauty, and deserving of all praise. We should bring our offerings of time,
talent, and treasure before Him as we enter His courts and tremble in
reverential awe before His grandeur (Psalm 96:6-9). Our God reigns and will not
be moved. His transcendence is firmly established in the world, and He, only
He, will judge the peoples of this earth with equity (fairness, uprightness).
Heaven is glad and the earth rejoices, sea, field, tree, and forest, before the
LORD as they anticipate His coming in righteous and faithful judgment (Psalm
96:10-13). Spend some time really praising the greatness of God today and every
day after. This is our eternal song!
Verse to Memorize:
Psalm 96:13
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