Sing to the LORD, bless His name; proclaim His salvation day after day. Sing to the LORDThe phrase "Sing to the LORD" calls believers to engage in worship through song, a practice deeply rooted in the Hebrew tradition. The Hebrew word for "sing" is "שִׁירוּ" (shiru), which implies not just vocal expression but a heartfelt outpouring of praise. Singing was a central part of worship in ancient Israel, as seen in the Psalms, which were essentially the hymnbook of the Jewish people. This act of singing is not merely a ritual but a profound expression of devotion and acknowledgment of God's sovereignty and goodness. praise His name
"Praise His name" emphasizes the importance of glorifying God's character and attributes. The Hebrew word for "praise" is "בַּרְכוּ" (barku), which can also mean to bless. In biblical times, a name was more than just a label; it represented the essence and nature of a person. Thus, praising God's name is an act of recognizing and honoring His holiness, love, justice, and mercy. It is a call to focus on who God is and to respond with reverence and adoration. Proclaim His salvation
The phrase "Proclaim His salvation" is a directive to declare the deliverance and redemption that God offers. The Hebrew word for "proclaim" is "בַּשְּׂרוּ" (bassru), which means to announce or herald. This is not a passive acknowledgment but an active declaration of God's saving power. Historically, this would have resonated with the Israelites who experienced God's deliverance from Egypt and other oppressors. For Christians, it points to the ultimate salvation through Jesus Christ, urging believers to share the good news of the Gospel with others. day after day
"Day after day" underscores the continual and consistent nature of worship and proclamation. The Hebrew phrase "יוֹם לְיוֹם" (yom le-yom) suggests a daily, ongoing commitment to honoring God. This reflects the biblical principle of living a life of worship, not confined to specific times or places but integrated into every aspect of daily life. It is a reminder that God's mercies are new every morning, and our response should be a constant, daily acknowledgment of His grace and salvation. Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The central figure in this verse, representing the God of Israel, who is worthy of worship and praise. 2. The PsalmistThe author of the psalm, traditionally attributed to King David, who calls the people to worship and proclaim God's salvation. 3. IsraelThe nation to whom the psalm was originally addressed, called to be a light to the nations through their worship and testimony. 4. The NationsImplicit in the call to proclaim God's salvation, indicating the universal scope of God's message. 5. SalvationThe deliverance and redemption offered by God, a central theme in the psalm and throughout Scripture. Teaching Points The Call to WorshipWorship is not just a personal act but a communal and public declaration of God's greatness. Singing to the LORD is a way to bless His name and acknowledge His attributes and deeds. Proclaiming SalvationBelievers are called to share the message of salvation consistently, "day after day." This proclamation is both a privilege and a responsibility, reflecting God's desire for all to know Him. The Power of TestimonySharing personal experiences of God's salvation can be a powerful witness to others. Testimonies should focus on God's work and character, not just personal benefits. Consistency in FaithDaily proclamation requires a consistent and growing relationship with God. Spiritual disciplines such as prayer, Bible study, and fellowship support this consistency. Global PerspectiveGod's salvation is for all nations, and believers are part of a global mission. Engaging in missions and supporting global evangelism efforts align with the psalmist's vision. Bible Study Questions 1. How does the act of singing to the LORD enhance your personal worship experience and relationship with God? 2. In what ways can you "proclaim His salvation day after day" in your current context? 3. How does understanding the original Hebrew word for "bless" (barak) deepen your appreciation for what it means to bless God's name? 4. What are some practical steps you can take to ensure that your testimony of God's salvation is shared with others regularly? 5. How can you participate in or support global missions to help fulfill the call to proclaim God's salvation to all nations? Connections to Other Scriptures Psalm 98Similar themes of singing and proclaiming God's salvation, emphasizing the joy and universality of worship. Isaiah 12:4-5Encourages proclaiming God's deeds among the nations, paralleling the call to declare His salvation. Matthew 28:19-20The Great Commission, where Jesus commands His followers to make disciples of all nations, echoing the psalmist's call to proclaim God's salvation. Romans 10:14-15Discusses the necessity of preaching for people to hear and believe, aligning with the psalmist's emphasis on proclamation. 1 Chronicles 16:23-24A parallel passage that also calls for singing to the LORD and declaring His glory among the nations. People PsalmistPlaces JerusalemTopics Bless, Blessing, Forth, News, Praise, Proclaim, Publish, Salvation, Shew, Sing, Songs, TidingsDictionary of Bible Themes Psalm 96:1-2 7960 singing Psalm 96:1-3 8624 worship, reasons Psalm 96:1-9 8440 glorifying God Psalm 96:2-3 7725 evangelists, identity
7740 missionaries, call
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Psalm xcvi. 1, 2. Sing a new song unto the Lord; His mercies, every morning new, His truth and faithfulness record; Give to our God the glory due. God is the Lord; around His throne In heaven, adoring seraphim, And ransom'd saints, ascribe alone All power, might, majesty, to Hiin. On earth His church impregnable, Built on the rock of ages, stands, And yet, against the gates of hell, Shall send salvation through all lands. Thou, by whose word the worlds were made, In wisdom and in goodness framed, …
James Montgomery—Sacred Poems and HymnsLetter Xlii to the Illustrious Youth, Geoffrey De Perrone, and his Comrades.
To the Illustrious Youth, Geoffrey de Perrone, and His Comrades. He pronounces the youths noble because they purpose to lead the religious life, and exhorts them to perseverance. To his beloved sons, Geoffrey and his companions, Bernard, called Abbot of Clairvaux, wishes the spirit of counsel and strength. 1. The news of your conversion that has got abroad is edifying many, nay, is making glad the whole Church of God, so that The heavens rejoice and the earth is glad (Ps. xcvi. 11), and every tongue …
Saint Bernard of Clairvaux—Some Letters of Saint Bernard, Abbot of Clairvaux Therefore Go On, Saints of God, Boys and Girls...
27. Therefore go on, Saints of God, boys and girls, males and females, unmarried men, and women; go on and persevere unto the end. Praise more sweetly the Lord, Whom ye think on more richly: hope more happily in Him, Whom ye serve more instantly: love more ardently Him, whom ye please more attentively. With loins girded, and lamps burning, wait for the Lord, when He cometh from the marriage. [2075] Ye shall bring unto the marriage of the Lamb a new song, which ye shall sing on your harps. Not surely …
St. Augustine—Of Holy Virginity. A Letter from Origen to Africanus.
Origen to Africanus, a beloved brother in God the Father, through Jesus Christ, His holy Child, greeting. Your letter, from which I learn what you think of the Susanna in the Book of Daniel, which is used in the Churches, although apparently somewhat short, presents in its few words many problems, each of which demands no common treatment, but such as oversteps the character of a letter, and reaches the limits of a discourse. [3028] And I, when I consider, as best I can, the measure of my intellect, …
Origen—Origen's Letters Period iii. The Dissolution of the Imperial State Church and the Transition to the Middle Ages: from the Beginning of the Sixth Century to the Latter Part of the Eighth
The third period of the ancient Church under the Christian Empire begins with the accession of Justin I (518-527), and the end of the first schism between Rome and Constantinople (519). The termination of the period is not so clearly marked. By the middle and latter part of the eighth century, however, the imperial Church has ceased to exist in its original conception. The Church in the East has become, in great part, a group of national schismatic churches under Moslem rulers, and only the largest …
Joseph Cullen Ayer Jr., Ph.D.—A Source Book for Ancient Church History Hiram, the Inspired Artificer
BY REV. W. J. TOWNSEND, D.D. The Temple of Solomon was the crown of art in the old world. There were temples on a larger scale, and of more massive construction, but the enormous masses of masonry of the oldest nations were not comparable with the artistic grace, the luxurious adornments, and the harmonious proportions of this glorious House of God. David had laid up money and material for the great work, but he was not permitted to carry it out. He was a man of war, and blood-stained hands were …
George Milligan—Men of the Bible; Some Lesser-Known Ye Also who have not yet Made this Vow...
30. Ye also who have not yet made this vow, who are able to receive it, receive it. [2093] Run with perseverance, that ye may obtain. [2094] Take ye each his sacrifices, and enter ye into the courts [2095] of the Lord, not of necessity, having power over your own will. [2096] For not as, "Thou shall not commit adultery, Thou shall not kill," [2097] can it so be said, Thou shalt not wed. The former are demanded, the latter are offered. If the latter are done, they are praised: unless the former are …
St. Augustine—Of Holy Virginity. The First Commandment
Thou shalt have no other gods before me.' Exod 20: 3. Why is the commandment in the second person singular, Thou? Why does not God say, You shall have no other gods? Because the commandment concerns every one, and God would have each one take it as spoken to him by name. Though we are forward to take privileges to ourselves, yet we are apt to shift off duties from ourselves to others; therefore the commandment is in the second person, Thou and Thou, that every one may know that it is spoken to him, …
Thomas Watson—The Ten Commandments The Prophet Micah.
PRELIMINARY REMARKS. Micah signifies: "Who is like Jehovah;" and by this name, the prophet is consecrated to the incomparable God, just as Hosea was to the helping God, and Nahum to the comforting God. He prophesied, according to the inscription, under Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah. We are not, however, entitled, on this account, to dissever his prophecies, and to assign particular discourses to the reign of each of these kings. On the contrary, the entire collection forms only one whole. At …
Ernst Wilhelm Hengstenberg—Christology of the Old Testament The History of the Psalter
[Sidenote: Nature of the Psalter] Corresponding to the book of Proverbs, itself a select library containing Israel's best gnomic literature, is the Psalter, the compendium of the nation's lyrical songs and hymns and prayers. It is the record of the soul experiences of the race. Its language is that of the heart, and its thoughts of common interest to worshipful humanity. It reflects almost every phase of religious feeling: penitence, doubt, remorse, confession, fear, faith, hope, adoration, and …
Charles Foster Kent—The Origin & Permanent Value of the Old Testament Psalms
The piety of the Old Testament Church is reflected with more clearness and variety in the Psalter than in any other book of the Old Testament. It constitutes the response of the Church to the divine demands of prophecy, and, in a less degree, of law; or, rather, it expresses those emotions and aspirations of the universal heart which lie deeper than any formal demand. It is the speech of the soul face to face with God. Its words are as simple and unaffected as human words can be, for it is the genius …
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