Psalm 98
I saw “steadfast love” (lovingkindness) and “faithfulness” in verse 3 and I remembered a few days back when one of the psalmists called us to consider God’s lovingkindness in the morning and His faithfulness in the evening. And I took a moment to think of God’s love for us, especially so early in the morning when my day has only begun, when all that I’ve done is brewed my coffee. Our Lord has loved us through the night, He loves us first thing this morning, and He will love us the whole day through – no matter what we’ve done by the end of the day. His faithfulness assures us of His love for us.
An echo here on Carol’s comment on Psalm 95 about singing and worship. Today’s Psalm is all about singing and worship! Even the sea, the rivers, and the hills/mountains join in praise to their Creator. Twice the psalmist asks us to “make a joyful noise” (vv. 4, 6). That’s a real encouragement to those of us whom the Lord did not bless with much musical ability. But we certainly enjoy the fruit of that labor of love from those around us who do have those abilities – thankfully they drown out our joyful noises!! And God smiles.