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2 April 2012 The LORD reigns
The LORD reigns, let the earth be glad; let the distant shores rejoice. Psalm 97: 1
Almost daily and at times we are careless, totally ignoring or forgetting the truths God has revealed through His Word. We are reminded in Psalm as, "The Lord reigns; let the earth rejoice." Spurgeon calls this statement, "The watchword of the Psalm".
Four psalms expresses that “The LORD reigns” – (Psalm 93, 96, 97, and 99).
Further readings also remind us that Lord is in control.
Then I heard what sounded like a great multitude, like the roar of rushing waters and like loud peals of thunder, shouting: "Hallelujah! For our Lord God Almighty reigns. Revelation 19:6
Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad; let them say among the nations, "The LORD reigns!" 1 Chronicles 16:31
“How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, "Your God reigns!" Isaiah 52:7
the God who reigns is “armed with strength”
The LORD reigns, he is robed in majesty; the LORD is robed in majesty and armed with strength; indeed, the world is established, firm and secure. (Psalm 93:1).
‘who formed the mountains by your power, having armed yourself with strength. Psalm 65:6
He is not only a powerful God, He is also a just God- giving justice for the oppressed and poor. No malpractice or bribery can work to turnout the justice.
“The LORD reigns.” The world is firmly established, it cannot be moved; he will judge the peoples with equity. Psalm 96:10. God’s judgments ( or the way God deal with matters ) are always correct, aligned in line with what is right and just. He rewards the righteous and punishes the wicked.
‘Let those who love the LORD hate evil, for he guards the lives of his faithful ones and delivers them from the hand of the wicked. Light shines on the righteous and joy on the upright in heart. Psalm 97:10-11.
Every human being, should “tremble” and “shake” before Him. We are nothing in the sight of God.( despite of the fact God loves you).
The LORD reigns, let the nations tremble;he sits enthroned between the cherubim, let the earth shake. Psalm 99:1.
However, in love and in mercy He forgives us.
'LORD our God, you answered them; you were to Israel a forgiving God, though you punished their misdeeds. Psalm99: 8.
We can “meet” with Him through prayer and the study of His Word.
“The LORD reigns” is a superb truth that calms our mind in the chaos of life. The God of the Universe reaches out to me ( to you) in love and mercy makes my heart miss a beat. Praise the Lord.
Say it…
“Praise Your great and awesome name” Psalm 99:3.
God bless
