THE LORD REIGNS FOREVER
Keywords 9:7a
The LORD reigns forever;
1. He rules the world in righteousness
(1-12)
David offers his wholehearted
thanks to God, who sits enthroned as the judge, for overthrowing his enemies in
righteous judgment. God vindicated David’s just cause and routed his
enemies completely. David looks forward to the Messiah’s coming in which he will rule
the world in righteousness. Additionally, the LORD is a refuge for the
oppressed in times of trouble. Those who know God trust in him, for he never
forsakes those who seek him.
2.
God will never forget the needy (13-20)
Though David was persecuted by
his enemies, he was sure that God’s justice would prevail and that
God punishes the wicked, letting them fall into their own traps. All the
nations who forget God will perish, but God will never forget the needy, nor
allow the hope of the afflicted to perish. David prayed, “Arise, LORD, do not let mortals
triumph.”
Prayer
Lord, thank you for your justice
and mercy revealed in the cross of Jesus. May your kingdom come and your will
be done!
One Word God rules with justice and mercy
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