I. The imperatives in this Psalm dispel the politically correct notion that all cultures have a right to their own religion. The one true God claims His right to be worshiped by the diverse peoples of humanity. • The terms “gentiles” & “peoples” picture human diversity. Today, diversity has been made into something sacred; it is almost worshipped. • Human rights vs. Divine Right – The universal imperative: no one is exempt. All peoples and nations are commanded to worship God. II. In this short Psalm, the careful choice of words gives us great truths in a small package. • 3 words for “Praise” – Hal-lu, shabach, Hal-a-lu-Yah • 3 uses of God's covenant name • 2 terms for “outsiders” – goy-eem & amah (gentiles & tribes/people groups) III. As the church, we must call outsiders to praise God, showing forth the evidence of the LORD's covenantal love and faithfulness toward us. • This is done by Gospel proclamation and inviting “outsiders” to witness the covenant people praising their covenant God. • God's great love: prevailing covenantal, sovereign love. • The truth of the LORD: Truth (amen) symbolizes something that is sure and unshakable (2 Cor. 1:20).
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Rev. Ryce and Janine, his wife of 20 years, were born and raised in the Pittsburgh area and previously served in ministry at Tucson Reformed Church (2010-14) and Springs Reformed Church (2014-22), the Christian & Missionary Alliance (2007-09), and the Evangelical Presbyterian...