In this psalm, the entire universe – including the heavenly host – are called to praise God, the Creator of it all.

In our world today, there are many voices that clamor for our attention, but we are called to listen for the Shepherd’s voice rising above all others.

A multitude of people, no longer separated by borders, language, or ideology. Everyone there is on the same plane and united by one purpose: praise of God and of the Lamb. It’s a vision that stands in stark contrast to the reality of the writer’s world and in contrast to our own.

The rhythm and images of this psalm are comforting, but they also hold a powerful confession of trust.

What are you willing to sacrifice for “good works and acts of charity”?

In your life, what evidence is there of your love for Jesus? In what ways do you feed his sheep?

Where do your allegiances lie?

Weeping may linger for the night, but joy comes with the morning.

It took an episode of blindness to open Saul's eyes to what God, through Jesus, was doing.