Devotion for 2 January 2008

PSALM 2

By David (Acts 4:25)

Stay Cool

This psalm illustrates vain human efforts in the light of God’s sovereign plan. “Why do the nations conspire and the peoples plot in vain?” Psalm 2:1 We will witness the biggest revolt against the church & the saints in the end times. God will be rejected in a big way. Yet, He stays cool - “The One enthroned in heaven laughs; the Lord scoffs at them. Then he rebukes them in his anger and terrifies them in his wrath, saying, "I have installed my King on Zion, my holy hill."” Psalm2:4-6. God’s management style rests simply on His eternal plan of salvation and judgement of the nations.

But it’s not like He’s of a harsh nature nor is He looking forward to slapping on judgement on the rebellious. This psalm ends off with an appeal to submit to the LORD. ”Therefore, you kings, be wise; be warned, you rulers of the earth. Serve the LORD with fear and rejoice with trembling. Kiss the Son, lest he be angry and you be destroyed in your way, for his wrath can flare up in a moment. Blessed are all who take refuge in him.” Psalm 2:10-12

As His children, we can also stay cool in the midst of unpleasant circumstances & rest on the good plan that God has for your life! Submit, be patient & trust Him, He sees it all ahead of time & knows best!

References for the short write-ups for all 5 books of Psalms:
1. Psalms, classic Libray Edition by Marilyn Hickey
2. ‘Be Worshipful’ / ‘Be Exalted’ by Warren W. Wiersbe