Contemplative Bible Reading

Psalms 97:1-2 (New Living Translation)

1 The Lord is king!
Let the earth rejoice!
Let the farthest coastlands be glad.
2 Dark clouds surround him.
Righteousness and justice are the foundation of his throne.

Note the last phrase of the second verse. Righteousness and Justice are noted to be the foundation of the throne of Jehovah, King of Kings. What is more, all the peoples of the earth rejoice because these are the foundations.

• Gold, silver, and diamonds are not the foundation.
• Grand buildings and roads are not the foundation.
• Adoration of fans is not the foundation.
• Massive military is not the foundation.
• The glory of man-made arts is not the foundation.

Righteousness and Justice—these are the foundation. These describe the Lord God Jehovah. These describe what should be the values of us who claim Jehovah as our Lord and Savior.

When was the last time I praised the value of doing what is right and acting in a just manner? oooops. God, help me in my unbelief.