to proclaim, "The LORD is upright; He is my Rock, and in Him there is no unrighteousness." to proclaimThis phrase emphasizes the act of declaring or announcing something publicly. In biblical times, proclamation was often done by prophets, priests, or kings to convey important messages from God. The act of proclaiming is a form of worship and testimony, reflecting the believer's duty to share God's truth with others. It aligns with the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20, where believers are called to spread the gospel. “The LORD is upright; He is my Rock, and in Him there is no unrighteousness.” Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The covenant name of God, emphasizing His eternal existence and faithfulness. 2. The Psalmist Traditionally attributed to David, the psalmist is expressing praise and trust in God's righteousness. 3. The Rock A metaphor for God, symbolizing strength, stability, and protection. 4. The Righteous Those who trust in God and live according to His ways, often contrasted with the wicked in the Psalms. 5. The Temple Worship Psalm 92 is a song for the Sabbath, indicating its use in temple worship and communal praise. Teaching Points God's UprightnessGod's nature is inherently righteous and just. Believers can trust in His moral perfection and fairness in all circumstances. The Rock of Stability In a world of uncertainty, God is the unchanging Rock. Believers can find security and refuge in His steadfastness. Living in Righteousness As God is righteous, believers are called to reflect His character in their lives, pursuing holiness and integrity. Trust in God's Justice Even when faced with injustice, believers can rest in the assurance that God will ultimately bring about justice and righteousness. Worship and Declaration Worship is not just personal but a public declaration of God's attributes. Believers are encouraged to proclaim God's righteousness and faithfulness to others. Bible Study Questions 1. How does understanding God as "upright" influence your trust in Him during difficult times?2. In what ways can you make God your "Rock" in daily life, especially when facing challenges? 3. How does the metaphor of God as a Rock provide comfort and assurance in your spiritual journey? 4. What are some practical ways you can reflect God's righteousness in your interactions with others? 5. How can you incorporate the declaration of God's righteousness into your personal and communal worship practices? Connections to Other Scriptures Deuteronomy 32:4This verse also describes God as the Rock, emphasizing His perfect work and justice, which aligns with the declaration of God's uprightness in Psalm 92:15. Isaiah 26:4 Encourages trust in the LORD forever, for He is an everlasting Rock, reinforcing the theme of God's stability and faithfulness. 1 John 1:5 Declares that God is light and in Him there is no darkness, paralleling the idea of God's complete righteousness and absence of unrighteousness.
People PsalmistPlaces JerusalemTopics Deceit, Declare, Perverseness, Rock, Shew, Sign, Unrighteousness, Upright, WickednessDictionary of Bible Themes Psalm 92:15 1100 God, perfection 4424 cedar Library December 3. Thy Thoughts are Very Deep (Ps. Xcii. 5). Thy thoughts are very deep (Ps. xcii. 5). When a Roman soldier was told by his guide that if he insisted on taking a certain journey it would probably be fatal he answered, "It is necessary for me to go, it is not necessary for me to live." That was depth. When we are convicted like that we shall come to something. The shallow nature lives in its impulses, its impressions, its intuitions, its instincts, and very largely in its surroundings. The profound character looks beyond all these and moves … Rev. A. B. Simpson—Days of Heaven Upon Earth God Alone the Salvation of his People The Majesty of God. --Ps. Xcii. Dialogue i. --The Immutable. Sweet is the Work, My God, My King Reprobation. Period ii. The Church from the Permanent Division of the Empire Until the Collapse of the Western Empire and the First Schism Between the East and the West, or Until About A. D. 500 Man's Chief End The Knowledge of God Conspicuous in the Creation, and Continual Government of the World. The Resemblance Between the Old Testament and the New. Psalms Links Psalm 92:15 NIVPsalm 92:15 NLT Psalm 92:15 ESV Psalm 92:15 NASB Psalm 92:15 KJV Psalm 92:15 Commentaries Bible Hub |
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