MAY 14
Psalm 96:1, “Sing to the Lord, all the earth!”
Psalm 96 is a joyful and universal call to worship the one true God who alone is worthy of praise. Unlike the idols of the nations, God reigns in splendor and majesty. He is worthy because of His strength, righteousness, and His unique authority to judge the world with equity. As Creator and Sovereign, He rules over all the earth, which He Himself has established. The call to worship extends beyond humanity—it includes the heavens, the earth, the sea, the fields, and even the trees of the forest (Psalm 96:11–12), inviting all creation to join in the song of praise.
We were created to worship our Creator, but sin has deceived and darkened our hearts. By Christ alone, can our hearts be re-tuned to sing His praise. He works not just to forgive us our sins, but to transform us. Blind eyes are opened, and hardened hearts are made alive. That is the purpose for which Christ came. As A. W. Tozer so powerfully wrote: “Jesus was born of a virgin, suffered under Pontius Pilate, died on the cross, and rose from the grave to make worshipers out of rebels.”
Like a maestro conducting an orchestra, the Holy Spirit instructs and inspires. A conductor guides each musician to play with both precision and unity, bringing diverse instruments and voices together into a single, harmonious performance. So too, the Spirit leads us—not only individually, but collectively—into lives of worship that glorify God. Philippians 3:3 reminds us that we “worship by the Spirit of God,” showing that true worship is Spirit-led and heart-deep.
There is no song more beautiful than one that exalts our Lord and Savior. The psalmist’s call is not just poetic—it is deeply personal. The angels in heaven continually declare God’s glory, and one day, we will join that eternal choir. But for now, here on earth, we are in choir practice—learning to worship in spirit and in truth. Let each day be a rehearsal for heaven as we offer our hearts in joyful, Spirit-led worship, joining the great symphony of all of God’s creation.
“Come thou Fount of every blessing, tune my heart to sing Thy grace.”—Robert Robinson
Application Questions: In what ways can you more intentionally “join the symphony of creation” in worshiping God throughout your daily life? Are there areas in your heart or life where sin has dulled your worship, and how might you be Spirit “re-tuned” to praise Him more freely and fully?
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