Psalm 33 provides powerful perspective for the day.
The LORD is in heaven. From his glorious throne, he sees all of us. Even this morning, he is looking out on all the inhabitants of the earth (33:13-14). His word is, has always been, and will forever be upright. “Faithfulness” is the perfect word to describe his work through the ages (33:4). By his word the heavens were made. By the breath of his mouth, the stars were born (33:6). He spoke, and the wonders of the world came to be (33:9). He commanded and the sea was given a boundary, the oceans locked in deep reservoirs (33:7). From the beginning of all things to this very moment, the earth overflows with gracious expressions of his steadfast love (33:5).
The LORD loves righteousness and justice. His counsel stands, his purpose forever firm. His intentions can never be shaken. The plans of his heart live, endure, and shape every single generation (33:11), frustrating the plans of the nations and thwarting the most clever schemes of the hard-hearted (33:10). The LORD is and will forever remain undefeated.
Is it any wonder then that all the earth would be told to fear him? Every single inhabitant of the world should stand in awe of him (33:8)! Not every one does. Not every image-bearer will make that choice today. But for those whose hearts and lives have been renewed by his upright word, we know just how fitting it is to praise him. Today is another opportunity for the godly to sing for joy and give thanks to the LORD (33:1-2).
Our soul waits for the LORD;
he is our help and our shield.
For our heart is glad in him,
because we trust in his holy name.
Let your steadfast love, O LORD, be upon us,
even as we hope in you. (33:20-22)
Happy Lord’s day.