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Psalms, 95

1. Sing the Lord a new song;✻ in the Lord’s honour, let the whole earth make melody!

2. Sing to the Lord, and bless his name; never cease to bear record of his power to save.

3. Publish his glory among the heathen; his wonderful acts for all the world to hear.

4. How great is the Lord, how worthy of honour! What other god is to be feared as he?

5. They are but fancied gods the heathen call divine; the Lord, not they, made the heavens.

6. Honour and beauty are his escort; worship and magnificence the attendants of his shrine.

7. Tribes of the heathen, make your offering to the Lord, an offering to the Lord of glory and homage,

8. an offering of glory to the Lord’s name; bring sacrifice, come into his courts,

9. worship the Lord in holy array. Before the Lord’s presence let the whole earth bow in reverence;

10. tell the heathen, The Lord is king now, he has put the world in order, never to be thrown into confusion more; he gives the nations a just award.

11. Rejoice, heaven, and let earth be glad; let the sea, and all the sea contains, give thunderous applause.

12. The fields, and all the burden they bear, full of expectancy; no tree in the forest but will rejoice to greet its Lord’s coming.

13. He comes to rule the earth; brings the world justice, to every race of men its promised award.


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Fußnoten:

95:1-2 - The invitation to worship God with songs of joy reflects recognition of His greatness and goodness. The call to gratitude is a natural response to God's sovereignty (see also Psalm 100:1-2 and Ephesians 5:19-20).

95:3-5 - The Lord is the great King above all gods. God's sovereignty is highlighted by the mention of His creation of the depths of the earth, the mountains, and the sea. This emphasizes His power over all nature (see also Isaiah 40:12 and Revelation 4:11).

95:6-7 - The psalmist invites everyone to worship and bow down before the Creator, for we are God's people and the sheep of His pasture. The image of the shepherd reflects God's care and leadership (see also John 10:14 and Hebrews 13:20).

95:8-9 - There is a warning not to harden our hearts, as the people did in the wilderness of Meribah. The story of Israel's rebellion serves as a reminder to the current generation not to repeat the same mistakes (see also Exodus 17:7 and Hebrews 3:7-9).

95:10-11 - God expresses His displeasure with the unbelieving generation that wandered in the wilderness, swearing that they would not enter His rest. This reinforces the need for obedience and trust to experience God's promise (see also Numbers 14:22-23 and Hebrews 4:1-3).

Verse im Zusammenhang mit Psalms, 95:

Psalm 95 is an invitation to praise and obedience. How to balance worship and submission to God? This dynamic psalm begins with a vibrant call to worship, acknowledging God as Creator and Shepherd. The second part warns against hardness of heart, referencing Israel's rebellion in the desert. Themes such as joy in the presence of God, His sovereignty over creation and the importance of hearing His voice are central. Psalm 95 challenges us to authentic worship. Investigate with us five biblical passages that complement the themes of this inspiring psalm.

Hebrews 3:7-11: "Therefore, as the Holy Spirit says: 'Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts, as in rebellion, during the time of trial in the desert...'" - This excerpt directly quotes Psalm 95:7-11, applying it to the Christian generation.

1 Corinthians 10:4: "and they drank from the same spiritual fountain that accompanied them; and that source was Christ." - Paul interprets the rock mentioned in Psalm 95:1 as a foreshadowing of Christ.

Revelation 4:11: "You, our Lord and God, are worthy to receive glory, honor and power, because you created all things, and by your will they exist and were created." - This heavenly praise echoes the themes of worship and recognition of divine creation found in Psalm 95.

Colossians 1:15-16: "He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation, for in Him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible..." - This passage expands on the theme of divine creation mentioned in Psalm 95, connecting it to Christ.

John 10:27-28: "My sheep hear my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish; no one can pluck them out of my hand." - Jesus uses the metaphor of the shepherd and the sheep, which echoes the language of Psalm 95:7 about God's people as sheep of his pasture.

FAQ:

What does it mean to "enter His gates with thanksgiving"?

To enter with thanksgiving means to approach God’s presence with gratitude and praise for His goodness and majesty. (Psalm 95:2)

What is the warning about hardness of heart in Psalm 95?

The Psalm warns against the hardness of the heart, which hinders response to God's call, leading to disobedience and destruction. (Psalm 95:8-11)

Why is God described as great and worthy of worship in Psalm 95?

God is described as great because He created the world and has sovereign authority over all things, deserving worship. (Psalm 95:3-5)

What does "the Lord is our Shepherd" mean in Psalm 95?

The Lord as Shepherd means that He cares for, guides, and protects His people with loving and constant care. (Psalm 95:7)

How can we worship God truly?

We truly worship God by listening to His voice, obeying His will, and acknowledging His greatness. (Psalm 95:6-7)


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