that Your ways may be known on earth, Your salvation among all nations. that Your ways may be known on earthThis phrase emphasizes the desire for God's ways to be recognized and understood globally. In biblical context, "ways" often refers to God's laws, commandments, and the manner in which He governs the world. The psalmist expresses a longing for divine principles to be acknowledged universally, reflecting the mission of Israel to be a light to the nations ( Isaiah 42:6). Historically, Israel was situated at a crossroads of ancient civilizations, which provided a strategic position for spreading knowledge of God. This phrase also anticipates the Great Commission ( Matthew 28:19-20), where Jesus commands His followers to make disciples of all nations, teaching them to observe His commandments. Your salvation among all nations
The term "salvation" here refers to deliverance and redemption, which in the Old Testament context often involved physical deliverance from enemies or oppression. However, it also points to the spiritual salvation that would be fully realized in the New Testament through Jesus Christ. The inclusion of "all nations" underscores the universal scope of God's redemptive plan, which is a recurring theme throughout Scripture (Genesis 12:3, Revelation 7:9). This phrase prophetically points to the coming of the Messiah, who would bring salvation not only to Israel but to the entire world, fulfilling God's promise to Abraham that all peoples on earth would be blessed through him. The psalmist's vision aligns with the New Testament revelation of Christ as the Savior of all humanity, breaking down the barriers between Jew and Gentile (Ephesians 2:14-16). Persons / Places / Events 1. The PsalmistThe author of Psalm 67, traditionally attributed to King David, who is expressing a desire for God's ways and salvation to be known universally. 2. EarthRepresents the entirety of the world, emphasizing the global scope of God's influence and the reach of His salvation. 3. NationsRefers to all peoples and ethnic groups, highlighting the inclusivity of God's message and salvation. Teaching Points God's Universal PlanGod's desire is for His ways and salvation to be known by all people, not limited to a specific group or nation. Role of BelieversAs followers of Christ, we are called to participate in making God's ways known, aligning with the Great Commission. Prayer for the NationsWe should pray for the spread of the Gospel and for all nations to come to know God's salvation. Cultural SensitivityIn sharing the Gospel, we must be sensitive to different cultures and contexts, ensuring that the message of salvation is communicated effectively. Living as WitnessesOur lives should reflect God's ways, serving as a testimony to His salvation and drawing others to Him. Bible Study Questions 1. How does Psalm 67:2 challenge our understanding of God's plan for the world? 2. In what ways can we actively participate in making God's ways known on earth today? 3. How does the promise to Abraham in Genesis 12:3 relate to the message of Psalm 67:2? 4. What practical steps can we take to ensure that our lives reflect God's salvation to those around us? 5. How can we incorporate prayer for the nations into our daily spiritual practices, and why is it important? Connections to Other Scriptures Genesis 12:3God's promise to Abraham that all nations will be blessed through him, which aligns with the desire for God's ways to be known among all nations. Matthew 28:19-20The Great Commission, where Jesus commands His disciples to make disciples of all nations, echoing the psalmist's prayer for God's salvation to reach all peoples. Revelation 7:9A vision of a great multitude from every nation, tribe, people, and language standing before the throne, fulfilling the psalmist's vision of universal worship. People David, PsalmistPlaces JerusalemTopics Health, Nations, Power, Salvation, SavingDictionary of Bible Themes Psalm 67:1-4 7949 mission, of Israel Library God of Mercy, God of Grace
[1188]Heathlands: Henry Smart, 1866 Psalm 67 Henry F. Lyte, 1834 DOXOLOGY God of mercy, God of grace, Show the brightness of thy face; Shine upon us, Savior, shine, Fill thy Church with light divine; And thy saving health extend Unto earth's remotest end. Let the people praise thee, Lord; Be by all that live adored; Let the nations shout and sing Glory to their Savior King; At thy feet their tribute pay, And thy holy will obey. Let the people praise thee, Lord; Earth shall then her fruits afford; …
Various—The Hymnal of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the USATwenty-Seventh Day that God's People May Realise their Calling
WHAT TO PRAY.--That God's People may Realise their Calling "I will bless thee; and be thou a blessing: in thee shall all the families of the earth be blessed."--GEN. xii. 2, 3. "God be merciful unto us, and bless us; and cause His face to shine upon us. That Thy way may be known upon earth, Thy saving health among all nations."--PS. lxvii. 1, 2. Abraham was only blessed that he might be a blessing to all the earth. Israel prays for blessing, that God may be known among all nations. …
Andrew Murray—The Ministry of Intercession How the Preacher, when He Has Accomplished all Aright, Should Return to Himself, Lest Either his Life or his Preaching Lift Him Up.
But since often, when preaching is abundantly poured forth in fitting ways, the mind of the speaker is elevated in itself by a hidden delight in self-display, great care is needed that he may gnaw himself with the laceration of fear, lest he who recalls the diseases of others to health by remedies should himself swell through neglect of his own health; lest in helping others he desert himself, lest in lifting up others he fall. For to some the greatness of their virtue has often been the occasion …
Leo the Great—Writings of Leo the Great Letter 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 The Blessing of God.
NUMB. VI. 22-27. We have already seen the grace of GOD making provision that His people, who had lost the privilege of priestly service, might draw near to Him by Nazarite separation and consecration. And not as the offence was the free gift: those who had forfeited the privilege of priestly service were the males only, but women and even children might be Nazarites; whosoever desired was free to come, and thus draw near to GOD. We now come to the concluding verses of Numb. vi, and see in them one …
James Hudson Taylor—Separation and Service Introduction. Chapter i. --The Life and Writings of St. Hilary of Poitiers.
St. Hilary of Poitiers is one of the greatest, yet least studied, of the Fathers of the Western Church. He has suffered thus, partly from a certain obscurity in his style of writing, partly from the difficulty of the thoughts which he attempted to convey. But there are other reasons for the comparative neglect into which he has fallen. He learnt his theology, as we shall see, from Eastern authorities, and was not content to carry on and develop the traditional teaching of the West; and the disciple …
St. Hilary of Poitiers—The Life and Writings of St. Hilary of Poitiers Letter xix (A. D. 1127) to Suger, Abbot of S. Denis
To Suger, Abbot of S. Denis He praises Suger, who had unexpectedly renounced the pride and luxury of the world to give himself to the modest habits of the religious life. He blames severely the clerk who devotes himself rather to the service of princes than that of God. 1. A piece of good news has reached our district; it cannot fail to do great good to whomsoever it shall have come. For who that fear God, hearing what great things He has done for your soul, do not rejoice and wonder at the great …
Saint Bernard of Clairvaux—Some Letters of Saint Bernard, Abbot of Clairvaux 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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