Psalms 47 and 48 from my new book:
A NEW LOOK AT THE OLD PSALMS
Praying the Psalms: a modern interpretation
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Psalms 47 and 48 from my new book:
Praying the Psalms: a modern interpretation
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I present here a new perspective on the psalms. I have rewritten them from a New
Testament Christ-centered point of view. I did not try to capture the poetry of the
psalms – I leave that to more gifted writers – but I attempted to capture their message
with a more modern interpretation.
Testament Christ-centered point of view. I did not try to capture the poetry of the
psalms – I leave that to more gifted writers – but I attempted to capture their message
with a more modern interpretation.
God bless,
John
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Psalm
47
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et us rejoice, for Jesus, our King, has ascended
into heaven to a fanfare of trumpets and shouts of joy from the heavenly hosts
and his Church on earth. He defeated our enemies and secured for us our
promised inheritance: heaven. He is seated at the right hand of the Father from
where he rules over all the nations. He is the King of kings and Lord of lords.
One day the whole world will sing his praises. Amen.
Psalm
48
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ur Church is magnificent because God lives there and
will defend it. Through the centuries nations have sought to destroy it, but
they will never breach its defenses. As Jesus said, “All the powers of Hell will
not conquer it.” Matt 16:18 (NLT)
The Jewish Temple was a sight to behold in its full
splendor. Our churches today are also beautiful with their marvelous stained
glass windows and imposing religious statues. They may be the closest we can
get to experiencing heaven while in the flesh, but these splendid churches pale
in comparison to the glory of God’s kingdom.
There are no words adequate enough to describe
heaven, but John paints for us a marvelous portrait: “the city was pure gold, like
clear glass. The foundation stones of the city wall were adorned with every
kind of precious stone … And the twelve gates were twelve pearls, each one of
the gates was a single pearl. And the street of the city was pure gold, like transparent
glass. I saw no temple in it, for the Lord God the Almighty and the Lamb are
its temple.” Rev 21:18-22 (NLT) We will not need a temple, for we will feel the
presence of God everywhere. And that will be the greatest treasure to possess
in heaven: to be with God and Jesus for all eternity.
Let all nations praise you, Father, for you have
shown us unfailing love, made us victorious over our enemies, and brought
justice to your people. Let us pass on to all generations how magnificent your
Church is, for you are magnificent, Lord. You are also our shepherd and you will
lead us until you call us home to your heavenly kingdom at the end of our life.
Amen.
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