1 Why do the nations plot, and why do their people make useless plans? 2 The kings of the earth have all joined together to turn against the Lord and his chosen one. 3 They say, "Let's cut the ropes and set ourselves free!" 4 In heaven the Lord laughs as he sits on his throne making fun of the nations. 5 The Lord becomes furious and threatens them. His anger terrifies them as he says, 6 I've put my king on Zion, my sacred hill." 7 I will tell the promise that the Lord made me: "You are my son, today I have become your father. 8 Ask me for the nations, and every nation on earth will belong to you. 9 You will smash them with an iron rod and shatter them like dishes of clay." 10 Be smart, all you rulers, and pay close attention. 11 Serve and honor the Lord; be glad and tremble. 12 Show respect to his son because if you don't, the Lord might become furious and suddenly destroy you. But he blesses and protects everyone who runs to him.
This composition is both royal and indirectly messianic in nature. It speaks of the second coming of Christ. It tells us that God has chosen his anointed and that plans to thwart this are laughable.
We know that this is not Christ's first advent, because the people rejected the true king. But in Christ's second coming, he will rule and reign for the Father and the nations will obey or be under the judgment of God.
Daily Prayer: Lord Jesus, you are the true king and rightful ruler. Not only are you ruler of the nations, but also the ruler of men's hearts. This is what you taught us on the Sermon on the Mount. You greatest care is not actions of men, but for their motivations which is the true measure of those who belong to you. In your holy name I pray Amen.
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