Psalms 96:11

"Say among the nations, “The LORD reigns.” The world is also established. It can’t be moved. He will judge the peoples with equity."

Key Reflection

This passage asserts the sovereignty of God and His unwavering rule over the world, emphasizing that His judgment will be fair and just for all peoples. It calls for a proclamation of God's eternal reign, assuring stability and order in contrast to any perceived instability or chaos in the nations.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Let the heavens rejoice, and let the earth be glad -Let all worlds be full of joy, as they are all interested in the fact here stated. The universe is one. It has been made by the same hand; it is under the control of the same mind; it is governed by the same laws. The God who reigns on earth reigns in heaven; and what affects one part of the universe affects all. Hence, in all the manifestation of the character of God, whether made in heaven or in the earth, it is proper to call on all the universe to partake in the general joy. Let the sea roar -In praise to God. It is not uncommon in the Scriptures to call on inanimate things to praise God. ComparePsalms 148:7-9.

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