Psalm 92

Psalm 92 is a call to worship God, because God is worthy of our praise and adoration. In verse 5, the psalmist extols the virtues of God’s wisdom and power: “O Lord, what great works you do! And how deep are your thoughts.” As followers of Christ, the Apostle Paul teaches us that these virtues are fulfilled in Christ: “(God) is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins.  He has showered his kindness on us, along with all wisdom and understanding. I also pray that you will understand the incredible greatness of God’s power for us who believe him. This is the same mighty power that raised Christ from the dead and seated him in the place of honor at God’s right hand in the heavenly realms” (Ephesians 1:7-8,19-20).

Sometimes we may be tempted to compare our lives with those of the rich and famous, or those who accumulate wealth, while never acknowledging God. Psalm 92 is a reminder to us that our wealth in Christ, made possible by the grace of God, is eternal and can never be diminished or destroyed. Those who seem to be prospering while denying God will be held accountable by God:

“But you, O Lord, will be exalted forever.

 Your enemies, Lord, will surely perish;

    all evildoers will be scattered.”

Psalm 92:8-9

Sē’lah

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What word or phrase in today’s reading of the Psalms

 attracts your attention?

Reflect on that word or phrase.

What insights come to you?

How does this passage touch your life today?

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(Selah is a word that appears in the Book of Psalms that I often use as the Complimentary Closing in my correspondence. Its meaning, as I use the word, is to pause and think about these things.)

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Reading for August 2, 2012       Psalm 93