PSALMS 97

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1 The Lord hath reigned, the earth make full out joy; many isles be glad. 2 Cloud and darkness in his compass; rightfulness [or rightwiseness] and doom is[the] amending [or correction] of his seat. 3 Fire shall go before him; and shall enflame, either set afire, his enemies in compass. 4 His lightnings shined to the world; the earth saw, and was moved. 5 Hills as wax floated [or flowed] down from the face of the Lord; all earth from the face of the Lord. 6 Heavens told his rightfulness [or rightwiseness]; and all peoples saw his glory. 7 All they that worship graven things, or images, be shamed, and they that have glory in their simu-lacra; all ye angels of the Lord, worship him. 8 Zion heard, and was glad; and the daughters of Judah made full out joy, for thy dooms, Lord. 9 For thou, Lord, art the highest on all earth; thou art greatly enhanced over all gods. 10 Ye that love the Lord, hate evil; the Lord keepeth the souls of his saints; he shall deliver them from the hand of the sinner. 11 Light is risen to the rightful [or rightwise] man; and gladness to rightful men of heart. 12 Just [or rightwise] men, be ye glad in the Lord; and acknowledge ye to the mind of his hallowing.

What Is This Chapter About?

Theme: God's Sovereignty and Judgment

Psalms 97 is a poetic declaration of God's power and authority over the nations, emphasizing His sovereignty and judgment. The chapter contrasts the darkness of idolatry with the light of God's presence, highlighting the importance of worshiping the one true God. Through this chapter, we see God's character as a righteous judge who will not tolerate evil.

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Psalms 97:10 "You who love the Lord, hate evil! He preserves the souls of His saints; He delivers them from the hand of the wicked."

This verse is central to the chapter because it emphasizes God's care for His people and His hatred for evil. It encourages believers to hate evil and to trust in God's deliverance, highlighting the importance of worshiping a righteous God. The verse also underscores the contrast between the darkness of idolatry and the light of God's presence.

Key Words in Psalms 97

"The Lord reigns"

This phrase emphasizes God's sovereignty and authority over the nations, highlighting His power and control.

"Hate evil"

This phrase encourages believers to reject evil and to trust in God's deliverance, emphasizing the importance of moral purity and righteousness.

"Delivers them from the hand of the wicked"

This phrase highlights God's care for His people and His commitment to protecting them from harm, emphasizing His role as a righteous judge.

"Rejoice, you righteous"

This phrase encourages believers to rejoice in God's judgment, knowing that He will ultimately vindicate them and bring justice to the earth.

Christ in This Chapter

In Psalms 97, we see glimpses of Christ as the righteous judge who will ultimately vindicate God's people (Psalms 97:10). The chapter's emphasis on God's sovereignty and authority also points to Christ's role as the ruler of the nations (Psalms 97:1). Furthermore, the contrast between darkness and light in the chapter foreshadows the coming of Christ, who is the light of the world (John 1:1). As we read this chapter, we are reminded that Christ is the one who will ultimately deliver God's people from the hand of the wicked (Psalms 97:10). (John 1:1 · Hebrews 1:3)

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