Like the previous one, Psalm 92 was
anonymously written. The title tells us that this is a song for the Sabbath
day. It was probably a Psalm designated to be sung on the Sabbath day. More than
a song to be sung on that specific day, it is an anticipation of the eternal
Sabbath that every genuine believer of Christ will ultimately enjoy. In that eternal
rest we will forever cease from striving, but forever singing in His eternal presence.
The Psalm begins with a declaration
of personal gratitude and praise to God, Most High, day and night. He tells God
that he wants to declare His lovingkindness at the start of the day and speak of
His faithfulness when the day is done. Besides, he also would worship and extol
Him with instruments such as a harp, lyre and lute. This is a good thing that believers
must emulate. To come to God with a heart of gratitude as we live each moment
of every day. Just looking at the works of God’s hand left the Psalmist in awe.
God’s thoughts are truly incomprehensible. This was probably why Paul in Ephesians
3:20-21 excitedly declared, “Now to Him who
is able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to
the power that works within us, to Him be the glory in
the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations forever and
ever. Amen.” Then in verses
7-15 the Psalmist considers the plight of the wicked and the outcome of the people
of God. The former will meet their ultimate end, while the latter will enjoy
their ultimate reward. One group is doomed for destruction, the other will be
ushered into God’s presence, strengthened like flourishing trees.
What this Psalm tells us is that God is
not only merciful but also faithful. His greatness can be seen in the works of
creation. While He will deal with the wicked, He will strengthen and prosper
His faithful people. This God is certainly good and there is no unrighteousness
in Him. To be able to praise God is every believer’s privilege. Since we have
this privilege than we should responsibly declare His goodness morning and
night. We must do so on the Sabbath, but we must also do so each day of life.
We must do so not only in private but also in public setting. Remember, He will
abundantly provide for the needs of His faithful but will ruthlessly remove the
deeds of the wicked. All of us who have been made glad by His redemptive acts are
encouraged to praise and adore Him. We who have experienced His grace through the
completed works of Christ at Calvary have more reasons to do so. Thus, we should
do so ungrudgingly!
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