“For the Lord has chosen Zion; he has desired it for his dwelling place: ‘This is my resting place forever; here I will dwell, for I have desired it. I will abundantly bless her provisions; I will satisfy her poor with bread. Her priests I will clothe with salvation, and her saints will shout for joy. There I will make a horn to sprout for David; I have prepared a lamp for my anointed. His enemies I will clothe with shame, but on him his crown will shine.’ ” (v13-18)
This Psalm has a double-meaning. If taken literally, it speaks of Israel and David’s descendants being blessed and abundant in this world. If taken prophetically, it speaks of all of God’s children and Jesus living blessed lives in eternity. The great part is, both views are true (though God/Christ followers haven’t always remained obedient in this life, so God has withheld many blessings from them).
I really like the prophetic implications behind “… I will make a horn to sprout for David; I have prepared a lamp for my anointed. His enemies I will clothe with shame, but on him his crown will shine.” We know that Jesus has been crowned King of Kings and Lord of Lords – God has made Him supreme ruler over the earthly kingdom in the coming age (see Rev 19:11-16 for Jesus’ second coming).
Having just reread part of Revelation, I am reminded of the importance of our words and actions here on earth in the present – we need to be leaving a legacy of faith and Christ-likeness, preparing the way of the Lord (see Isa 40:1-5) so when He comes, there will be fewer enemies put to shame and more saints shouting for joy.
Father God, the Almighty God of Jacob, we praise and lift up Your name. You are the Infinite and Unmatched One, Supreme Creator and Ruler of All. Holy is Your name. I can’t wait to see the Word of God riding out from heaven on that white horse. Until then, Father we humbly ask for Your forgiveness and guidance, that we may partner with You in preparing the way for Jesus’ return. With Your guidance may we leave a legacy of faith and disciples on this earth, so that Jesus’ return would be welcomed with shouts of joy, rather than with fear and dread. Father, to You be the glory forever and ever, amen.
~ Conqueror in Training