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Psalm 99(Good News Translation)
Tuesday
November 24, 2009
Called to be Free to Give God Thanks and Praise
Introduction
Psalm 99: Today's psalm celebrates the kingship of God over Israel and all the world. It recalls the ways in which the LORD answered the prayers of his faithful servants, Moses, Aaron and Samuel, guiding them and forgiving their sins. The psalm emphasizes God's power and justice.
Today's Scripture: Psalm 99:5
Praise the LORD our God; worship before his throne! Holy is he!
How is this Scripture passage speaking to me today?
Today's Reading
1The LORD is king, and the people tremble. He sits on his throne above the winged creatures, and the earth shakes.2The LORD is mighty in Zion; he is supreme over all the nations.3Everyone will praise his great and majestic name. Holy is he!4Mighty king, you love what is right; you have established justice in Israel; you have brought righteousness and fairness.5Praise the LORD our God; worship before his throne! Holy is he!6Moses and Aaron were his priests, and Samuel was one who prayed to him; they called to the LORD, and he answered them.7He spoke to them from the pillar of cloud; they obeyed the laws and commands that he gave them.8O LORD, our God, you answered your people; you showed them that you are a God who forgives, even though you punished them for their sins.9Praise the LORD our God, and worship at his sacred hill! The LORD our God is holy.Reflect
According to the psalms we have read over the last five days, God is King. What sort of things does a king typically do for the people he rules? What sort of things does a king expect from his people? In what ways does God rule your life? How do you honor God in return?
Pray
Lord God, you are indeed King, loving what is right, establishing justice in our world, and bringing righteousness and fairness. I rejoice in your greatness and thank you for your love. Amen.
Prayer Concern
Countries with corrupt governments
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