Introduction
Psalm 97: As king, God rules the whole universe that he created. On earth, God rules the nations. In this psalm, God is celebrated as one who rules with righteousness and justice.
Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 97:12b
Remember what the holy God has done, and give thanks to him.
Reading
97 The Lord is king! Earth, be glad!
Rejoice, you islands of the seas!
2 Clouds and darkness surround him;
he rules with righteousness and justice.
3 Fire goes in front of him
and burns up his enemies around him.
4 His lightning lights up the world;
the earth sees it and trembles.
5 The hills melt like wax before the Lord,
before the Lord of all the earth.
6 The heavens proclaim his righteousness,
and all the nations see his glory.
7 Everyone who worships idols is put to shame;
all the gods bow down before the Lord.
8 The people of Zion are glad,
and the cities of Judah rejoice
because of your judgments, O Lord.
9 Lord Almighty, you are ruler of all the earth;
you are much greater than all the gods.
10 The Lord loves those who hate evil;
he protects the lives of his people;
he rescues them from the power of the wicked.
11 Light shines on the righteous,
and gladness on the good.
12 All you that are righteous be glad
because of what the Lord has done!
Remember what the holy God has done,
and give thanks to him.
Reflect
In this psalm, the writer encourages us to “remember what the holy God has done” and to give God thanks. What memories do you have of what God has done for you? For what will you thank God today?
Pray
Lord God Almighty, you are my king as well as the ruler of the earth. Reign in my heart forever. May the light of your love shine on me. I praise your glorious name and thank you for _____________________ Amen.
Tomorrow’s Reading
Psalm 98: A psalm celebrating God as the righteous judge and ruler of the world.
