Bible Chapter: Psalms 99 & 100

Because the Bible is practical, here are some statements to get you thinking.

1.  Write one or two key thoughts that come from today’s reading.
    The Lord is greater than all the people and nations of the world. There are countless people and countless leaders who have totally rejected the Word of God. So many think that they are above the commands of the Lord and that they can get away with anything they want. History is filled with nations that have promoted much evil. They have not worshiped the Lord God. God does forgive sin, but only to those who truly repent. This is another Psalm that encourages that all will exalt the Lord and worship Him.
    Psalm 100 is one of the best known Psalms in this collection. We are encouraged to make a joyful noise to the Lord and serve Him with gladness. We are reminded that we must know that the Lord is God. He made us. We can enter His gates with thanksgiving and into His courts with praise.

2.  What can I apply in my life from the reading?
    The Lord is good and His mercy is everlasting. That is an encouraging principle to apply in life. Because of this we can serve the Lord with gladness and sing in His presence. These are themes that need to be remembered when life brings many discouragements. The truth of the Lord will endure even in an age where there are many attacks against the eternal truths of God.

3.  How can I help someone?
    I want to let our modern culture know that God’s truth is truth and is not subject to change based on the latest opinion poll. The truth of the Lord will endure to all generations, and any generation that rejects this truth will discover God’s judgment. What is more important is that people discover that God forgives and truly seek Him in repentance.