I will sing of the Lord’s great love forever; with my mouth I will make your faithfulness known through all generations. I will declare that your love stands firm forever, that you have established your faithfulness in heaven itself. You said, “I have made a covenant with my chosen one, I have sworn to David my servant, ‘I will establish your line forever and make your throne firm through all generations. Psalm 89:1-4 (NIV)
Heavenly Father, I have no clue who “Ethan the Ezrahite” was—the author of this Psalm is attributed, but I love his heart, words, and worship. I too, want to sing and make music in my heart to you today, Lord—for the steadfastness of your love, the daily-ness of your mercies, and the rock-steadiness of your faithfulness.
Because of what you’ve done for us in Jesus, you never use a scorecard, thermometer, or scale to measure our performance. There’s no chance we’ll inform, surprise, or shock you by anything we think, say or do today. You only relate to us according to Jesus’ righteousness—with which you have robed and righted us.
And when you discipline us, it’s never out of irritation or exasperation, but only with the engagement and wisdom of a perfect Father. Such kindness moves us to repentance like nothing else. Such love compels us to love and serve you with everything we have and are.
Equally, Father, I praise you today for your inviolate sovereignty and unwavering faithfulness. Nothing, and no one, can resist your will or alter your plans, derail your decrees or alter your timetable. Knowing when you say, “I’ve got this one,” you’re talking about everything … this assurance gives us a joy that can’t be found anywhere else.
David’s throne has become Jesus’ throne; and there will be no end to the increase of his government and peace (Isa. 9:7). That you love us, and that you are in control of all things, is our sanity and delight. May we live today to the praise of your glory and grace. So very Amen I pray, in Jesus’ trustworthy and worship-worthy name.
