My Bible study notes indicate that this psalm was written for a historic occasion, possibly the wedding of Solomon, yet also prophecy to Christ and his bride, the church. Read it through again, with these contexts in mind. What do you think? I could see it as a love song to a bride, but I had a harder time seeing it as a reference to Jesus and us, his church.
There are some real nuggets here that do support the latter. I see it in the following verses, “God himself has blessed you forever” (the church); “You are so glorious, so majestic” (Jesus); “Defending truth, humility and justice” (Jesus); “your throne, O God, endures forever” (both); “you love what is right and hate what is wrong”.
Jesus delights in us, and we need to come joyfully before him. How do you feel when you imagine Jesus delighting in you? Do you feel a bit giddy? Do you feel a little guilty and start to think of your behavior, asking yourself, “Am I giving Jesus my best?” We need to honor Jesus in all we do.
Let’s pray. Lord it is humbling to know that you adore us. God of the universe, creator of all, and yet you care for us, love us without abandon. We come to you today on bended knee. Forgive us when we fall short of your ideal and help us to give you our best at all times. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
