Our Text for today is Psalms 2:1-4: It reads:
“Why do the nations rage, And the people plot a vain thing? The kings of the earth set themselves, And the rulers take counsel together, Against the Lord and against His Anointed, saying, ‘Let us break Their bonds in pieces And cast away Their cords from us.’
He who sits in the heavens shall laugh; The Lord shall hold them in derision.”
In this passage, David asks a question that has been on the minds of people throughout history: “Why do the nations rage against God?”
The answer, of course, is that they do not know God. They do not understand his power or his love. They see him as a threat to their own power and control.
But David reminds us that God is in control. He is the one who sits in the heavens and laughs at the nations’ attempts to overthrow him. He is the one who will have the last laugh.
This is a good reminder for us in a time when our nation is facing so much turmoil. It is easy to get caught up in the anger and frustration of the moment. But we must remember that God is in control.
What does this passage mean for us today?
- It reminds us that God is in control, even when the world seems to be falling apart.
- It encourages us to trust in God, even when we are afraid.
- It gives us hope for the future, knowing that God will ultimately triumph over evil.
How can we apply this passage to our lives?
In this way – Don’t be afraid. God is in control.