Timeless Biblical Truth.
The whole world must acknowledge that the LORD reigns on high because He has put down all His enemies and granted His people their inheritance.
- Everyone should praise the LORD joyfully because He has shown His sovereignty over the nations (1-4).
- Everyone is to praise the LORD joyfully (1).
- Reason: The LORD is to be honored because He is king over all the nations and chosen Israel for His inheritance (2-4).
- Everyone should praise their God and king because He is King over all the earth (5-9).
- The LORD has ascended His throne with great acclaim (5).
- Everyone is to sing praises to His sovereignty (6-7).
- The exalted LORD reigns from His holy throne over the nations (8-9).
- The LORD reigns from His holy throne (8).
- The LORD rules over all princes and their power (9).
Questions for Second Milers
- List the ways the LORD is shown to be king of all the earth.
- What does the psalm reveal about God’s (i) power, (ii) character, and (iii) relationship both to the world and to His people?
- How are the people to respond to their LORD?
- How do you respond? How should you respond?
- Write a list of your blessings (both heavenly and earthly) about which you can shout your joyful praises to God.
- Give your own short title to this psalm.
Lanny Tanton is the Pastor at The Bible Church of the Lakes in Horseshoe Bay, Texas – just outside of Marble Falls. Pastor Tanton welcomes you to our website and hopes that you’ll enjoy reading these insightful blog posts. Please contact us if you have further questions!!


