Read a Psalm: Psalm 76

Psalm 76 (NET)

For the music director; to be accompanied by stringed instruments; a psalm of Asaph, a song.

76:1 God has revealed himself in Judah;

     in Israel his reputation is great.

76:2 He lives in Salem;

     he dwells in Zion.

76:3 There he shattered the arrows,

     the shield, the sword, and the rest of the weapons of war. (Selah)

76:4 You shine brightly and reveal your majesty,

     as you descend from the hills where you killed your prey.

76:5 The bravehearted were plundered;

     they “fell asleep.”

     All the warriors were helpless.

76:6 At the sound of your battle cry, O God of Jacob,

     both rider and horse “fell asleep.”

76:7 You are awesome! Yes, you!

     Who can withstand your intense anger?

76:8 From heaven you announced what their punishment would be.

     The earth was afraid and silent

76:9 when God arose to execute judgment,

     and to deliver all the oppressed of the earth. (Selah)

76:10 Certainly your angry judgment upon men will bring you praise;

     you reveal your anger in full measure.

76:11 Make vows to the Lord your God and repay them!

     Let all those who surround him bring tribute to the awesome one!

76:12 He humbles princes;

     the kings of the earth regard him as awesome.

Outline/Stanza:

1-3 God is famous in the land

4-7 God is majestic and is worthy to be feared

8-10 God's judgement is to be feared/revered

11-12 God is worthy to pay tribute to

Main Point:

God's greatness is known and His rule/judgement is to be feared/revered.

Response:

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed by thy name;

Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done;

On earth as it is in heaven...