Psalm 2:4 The One enthroned in heaven laughs; the LORD scoffs at them.
I’m not a fan of a view of God that includes praising Him out of fear for how He will respond if I don’t. Strong relationships are not built on fear; they are built on trust, on love, on knowing each other and sharing and drawing closer. They are built on communication and respect and time spent together.
Psalm 2:5 He rebukes them in His anger and terrifies them in His wrath, saying….
Commentary says of verse 12, “The Psalmist leaves the choice with everyone: Broken or blessed?” That’s not much of a choice. That sounds dangerously close to, “Either you do things my way or I WILL make you pay.” I don’t believe in a God who wants to strong arm me into a relationship. That’s not how my God works. He wants a relationship with me. He absolutely could force my reverence, but He wants me to do the choosing.
Psalm 2:6 …”I have installed My king on Zion, My holy mountain.”
Lord, Thank You for this day and this scripture. Thank You for the faith that You are a God of relationship, a God of love. I want to draw closer to You with every breath. Thank You that fear is not my motivation. Thank You for the foundation of love and respect that I have for You. Draw me closer. Always. Amen.
Psalm 2:12b …Blessed are all who take refuge in Him.
Have a blessed day.