Psalm 96:1-13

Do you worship with Christ on the throne of your heart?

Perceive: This hymn of praise is attributed to David, since it closely resembles his song in 1 Chronicles 16:23-36 when the ark returns to Jerusalem. Most likely David penned this to help the people learn how to praise God and remind them of their need to share truth with other nations. This psalm is divided into four main parts. Worshipers should sing and proclaim the Lord’s salvation and glory (1-3), they are to fear and worship Him in His splendor (4-6) and they are to credit and acknowledge the Lord’s strength and magnificence. They bring Him offerings (7-10), and they recognize His ultimate authority and rule (11-13). Even in the Old Testament, God's people were to worship a majestic God and to witness His salvation.
 
Practice:  Thankfully, all the previous Old Testament forms of worship represented the final sacrifice of Christ. He is now the only way, truth, and life. No one can go to the Father except through Him (John 14:6). True worship begins with individual devotion at the time a man seeks to put Christ on the throne of his heart. If Christ is not supreme in a man’s life all the pomp, flair, sacrifice, and service will not matter. Putting Christ first is the beginning of all true worship that is in spirit and truth (John 4:23-24).
 
Pray:  Great and mighty God, show me when I dethrone You and seek my self will. Help me worship You in spirit and truth.​

This devotional challenge comes from The Heart of a Lion - King David of Israel and is available on Amazon.com

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