3000 B.C. Psalm 2 is twice as long, consisting of four stanzas and 12 verses. Messiah Jesus, born of a woman, would be bruised on the heel by Satan in death as the sin‑ bearer for the fallen race, but He would bruise Satan upon the head in His triumphant victory over sin and death in His resurrection from the grave. Q. Did you know that God is not worried about man’s rebellion against Him? The first time He came in mercy, to save. Emphasis Preaching Journal. There have been almost non-stop wars ever since. The pride of those at Babel, who sought to make a name for themselves, was diluted by being divided among the various nations of the earth. A Lasting Legacy: Choosing A Wife For Isaac (Gen. 24:1-67). 1:5; 5:5). From vacations to careers to families, relationships and beyond, the words of old rock-and-roller, John Lennon, bear the reality that life is something that happens while you're busy making plans. It doesn't say who wrote Psalm 2, but when Peter quotes from it in Acts 4:25-27 he says it was a Psalm of David's. We have all, in our own way, said toward God, “Let us tear His fetters apart, and cast away His cords from us” (Ps. God’s predetermined plan for dealing with man’s rebellion involves the Second Person of the Trinity, Jesus Christ, the eternal Son of God, whom God sent into the world to pay the penalty for man’s rebellion (John 3:16; Gal. The issue is one of lordship. Psalms - Sermons and Devotionals by C H Spurgeon Indexed by Scripture. Poet Robert Browning wrote, “God’s in his heaven‑‑all’s right with the world.” Where in the world was he? Worship resources by George Reed that focus on hope; compassion that works. It is called Psalm 2. We must submit to Him while there is time (2:10‑12). He was nothing striking, but rather rough, like the rest of his family. Preaching. Thus David appeals to the rebellious nations to bow before the Almighty God while they still have time. Let’s take a look at it. (Boice, pp. How should we view the present world chaos? How can we get people to take it seriously. When Adam and Eve succumbed to Satan’s temptation and disobeyed God, the human race fell into sin and thus came under God’s judgment. Sermon Illustrations provides sermon illustrations, sermons, eulogies, funeral helps, and counseling aids for ministers. He graduated from Dallas Theological Seminary (Th.M., 1976 in Bible exposition) and Califo... More. How would you answer a critic who said, “If God is sovereign over everything, then He is the author of evil”? It is ultimately fulfilled only in God’s Anointed (Hebrew, “Messiah”), God’s Son who is also David’s son, the Lord Jesus Christ. How should we respond to this fact? We can never fully understand the Trinity and the nature of the relationship between the members of the godhead. 2:8). Commentary. Psalm 2 is the most frequently quoted psalm in the New Testament. Thus writing under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, David wrote this psalm not only about himself, but in a deeper and much more complete way, about Messiah Jesus. We’ve seen war between Russia and Afghanistan, China and Vietnam, Vietnam and Cambodia, Iraq and Iran, Iraq and Kuwait, and the current war in Bosnia. There is an old preacher's joke that asks the question, "How do you make God laugh?" Read Psalm 2. So rather than prepare a sermon… In our troubled times, when it looks as if the enemy is winning, we can do the same. Blessing for those who take refuge in the Son. Psalm 2. The Immediate Word. The history of man is essentially the history of war. But both views hold that Christ is eternally the Son of God. 9:27)! 2) and" my King" (ver. If we can’t escape it, what can we do? Jesus didn’t come to save us so that we could get a free ticket to heaven and then go our own way. Does debt affect giving in modern times in light of the Israelite tithe and slaves? It fits together in an interesting way with Psalm 1 to introduce the Book of Psalms. What does the Bible say to the church, and to the individual Christian, about the role of politics in the church? Unlike most of the psalms, Psalm 2 does not have a superscription that identifies its author. The nations have rebelled against God (2:1‑3). There is an old preacher's joke that asks the question, "How do you make God laugh?" ), shows soldiers fighting in close order, wearing helmets and carrying shields (James Boice, The Last and Future World [Zondervan], p. 98). In Act One (2:1‑3), David raises the question about the chaos in the world, and the kings and rulers come forth in a chorus to say their lines (2:3). The answer that follows quickly is short and to the point -- "Make plans." Psalm 2 is quoted 7 times in the New Testament [1] and each quote concerns the Lord Jesus. In it, the author, King David (see Acts 4:25), views the rebellion of the nations against God. Mountains, Top and Bottom-- Matthew 17:1-9, ... 28 – Sermons 110+ – Illustrations / Stories 32 – Children's Sermons … Psalm 8:6,8 "Thou dost make him … Sermon illustrations by Mary Austin, Chris Keating and Bethany Peerbolte. Under his authority, these demons now wage war against God and the righteous angels. They studied and traveled and traveled and studied. A mountaintop experience-- Exodus 24:12-18, 2 Peter 1:16-21, ... Sermon illustrations by Katy Stenta. This does not imply any inequality, or that there was a point in time in which Jesus was begotten of the Father (in which case He would not be eternal). Jonah knew the journey and its destination would not be kind; Paraguay has not been kind to Joel Fil‡rtiga. Psalm 1 begins with, “How blessed”; Psalm 2 ends with the same word (in Hebrew). God is in heaven, but all is not right with the world! Psalm 2. Thus just as these kings rebelled against King David, so all men have rebelled against King Jesus. Undoubtedly, the reason why Psalm 2 occupies its place in the lectionary is because it amplifies the. Such actions are criminal and should be brought before the Supreme Court, not the one in Washington, D.C. but the one in Heaven! We must submit to Christ as Savior and Lord before He returns in judgment, so that we do not “perish in the way.”, The urgency of submitting to Christ is expressed by the phrase, “His wrath may soon be kindled” (2:12). II. In our century, World War I was supposed to be the war to end all wars. Anyone who has had their … Psalm 2:7–12. Thus, on one level, 2:1‑3 refers to those rebel kings and their attempts to shake off David’s rule over them. 2:21) according to His will. That is not the Jesus of Scripture… Meanwhile, where is God in all this rebellion? Has He lost control? ), We may chuckle at the limerick, but deep down inside we know that the present world scene is no laughing matter. His plan involves the Second Person of the Trinity, the eternal Son of God, who is going to return to this earth in power to put down all rebellion and to rule in righteousness. 2:5), and Napoleon came to nothing. 4:4). The second time He comes in wrath, to judge. Discovering Christ in the Psalms: Our Glorious King Psalm 2:1-12 (ESV) Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain? 14:12). It is not just the proud kings of David’s day who have rebelled against the Lord and His Anointed. The world was created as the theater for this great conflict to take place. The poet rests calmly in the truth that it is well with the righteous. Psalm 1 begins with, “How blessed”; Psalm 2 ends with the same word (in Hebrew). He isn’t sitting on the edge of heaven, biting His nails, and saying, “Oh, what am I going to do?” He lets man go on for a while in his rebellion, but then His anger and judgment will come, and man’s proud plans will come to nothing. “All have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God” (Rom. But the same word is used of the wicked in the first verse of Psalm 2. This is the first of the Messianic psalms. Find Psalm 2 Sermon Illustrations, browse preaching ideas and sermon stories on Psalm 2 This doesn’t mean that God gets a kick out of man’s rebellion or its devastating results. But God raised Him from the dead and He ascended to heaven, where He is now waiting to return with power. Either it refers to the day of the eternal decree, when Christ was declared to be the Son of God and begotten (John Walvoord, Jesus Christ Our Lord [Moody Press], p. 41). And on His robe and on His thigh He has a name written, ‘KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS.’” At the end of Christ’s 1,000 year reign, Satan and all who followed him will be thrown into the lake of fire where they will be tormented forever and ever (Rev. The infidel and scoffer are not contemplated in the design of the psalm. The Psalm is structured as a dramatic presentation in four acts. The December 25, 1967, U. S. News & World Report wrote, “Since World War II [there have been] at least 12 limited wars in the world, 39 political assassinations, 48 personal revolts, 74 rebellions for independence, 162 social revolutions, either political, economical, racial, or religious” (the figures and quote are from Boice, p. 99). Listen to John's words in Revelation 22: ... Scripture … Thus in His eternal decree, the Father invites the Son, “Ask of Me, and I will surely give the nations as Your inheritance, and the very ends of the earth as Your possession” (Ps. You can’t find peace and safety anywhere in the world, but only in Christ. 4:25). Psalms 1-31 - Devotional Illustrations … I. Peter quoted this Psalm … In Act Two (2:4‑6), God calmly sits upon His throne in heaven and speaks His line against the rulers (2:6). (In verses 1, 2, 3) the Nations are raging; (4 to 6) the Lord in heaven derides them; (7 to 9) the Son proclaims the … Recently, British researchers discovered that 42 percent of the church-goers in that country fall asleep during the sermon. Man is not “in every day and in every way getting better and better.”, Is the world out of control? No, the psalmist goes on to show that even though the nations have rebelled against God ... God doesn’t even get up from His throne to deal with the vain schemes of rebellious kings: “He who sits in the heavens laughs, the Lord scoffs at them” (2:4). From 1977-1992 he was the pastor of Lake Gregory Community Church in Crestline, California. “‘As I live!’ declares the Lord God, ‘I take no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but rather that the wicked turn from his way and live’” (Ezek. Psalm 2. In Psalm 1, the godly man meditates on God’s law; in Psalm 2, the wicked meditates (NASB = “devising,” NIV = “plot”; same Hebrew word) on how to cast off the rule of God. The poem is found in the Hebrew Bible. Derek Kidner aptly says, “And there is no refuge from Him: only in him” (Psalms [IVP], 1:53). Did He go to sleep? Psalm 1 begins with a beatitude and Psalm 2 … Rather, God’s laughter shows the folly of rebelling against Him. Psalm 23 Funeral sermon: A Letter to the Deceased (Molin) I knew there would be many voices heard today, sharing stories and memories; laughter and tears with you who knew and loved Steve. The first psalm describes the difference between the blessed man and the evil man, and Psalm 2 is about triumph over the forces that oppose the faith. Historically, civil governments are often more hostile than friendly to Christianity. The first psalm presents the perfect man, the happy man. Obviously these figures would have to be revised upward significantly in the 25+ years since then. Though the nations have rebelled against God, He is sovereign; thus, we must submit to Him while there is time. In Act Three (2:7‑9), God’s Anointed One speaks and reveals God’s decree or predetermined plan for dealing with man’s rebellion. If we could, God would not be God. But, 2. A cartoon shows a fearful couple, huddled together in bed as they watch TV. Thus the exhortation of 2:10-12 applies to each person: All people must show discernment and take warning. But Satan works through the pride of world rulers to weaken the nations through conflict and keep them from submitting to God (Isa. As biblical prophecy shows, in the end times, the nations will come together under a single world ruler in defiance of the Lord and His Anointed. The mighty Nebuchadnezzar, the greatest ruler on the earth in his day, grew proud and attributed his greatness to himself. “He removes kings and establishes kings” (Dan. There is a silent contrast throughout this psalm between the "kings of earth" (ver. Psalm 2. Finally they found the perfect place: a small, obscure island off the coast of South America. Or, “this day” refers to the time when Christ’s identity was manifested, when the Father bore witness to Christ as being His own Son, which was primarily through the resurrection (Rom. Rulers Scoff. Let’s examine these three thoughts: To understand this psalm, we must realize that on one level it applies to King David. Everything is under His sovereign control and He will ultimately triumph in His ordained time. But even in His curse upon the serpent, God pointed to the way of redemption that He had planned for fallen man: “I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your seed and her seed; He [the woman’s seed] shall bruise you [the serpent] on the head, and you shall bruise him on the heel” (Gen. 3:15). The numbers may be astounding, but the habit is as old as Eutychus’s fatal nap in Acts 20. When he fell, he led a portion of the angels with him. A few years ago, a retired couple, alarmed by the threat of nuclear war, studied all the inhabited places on earth, looking for the place where they could most likely escape the threat of war. Why do the nations conspire and the peoples plot in vain? Anyone who has had their carefully laid plans foiled by fate can attest to the truth contained in this joke. The Lord’s Anointed is the King who will reign, if not by our willing submission now, then by forced submission when He comes again. Why do the nations rage, And the people ... (Psalm 92:12). Should we sink into depression and despair? ... Psalm 116:1-2 Listen like God These first two verses of the Psalm … v.1 “Why do the nations rage, and the people plot a vain thing?” The Psalm … Whether out of that situation or some other, Psalm … As Matthew Henry put it, “Those that will not bow shall break.”. As time progressed, an opening was made in the cave where he lived. Mighty men rise up and proudly think that they’re so great and powerful. God is sovereign and has a predetermined plan to judge man’s rebellion (2:4‑9). -- Psalm 2:1. Man was created in the image of God and placed on earth to reflect God’s image and rule as His representatives over His creation. Our own country faces continued racial tensions, a rising crime rate, gang wars, random violence, and increasing moral degeneracy. The schemes of these rulers against the Lord and His anointed are rooted in a time in David’s reign when some of his vassal nations sought to rebel (such as 2 Samuel 10, when the Ammonites and Syrians rebelled). The Lord confused their languages and scattered them, which was the beginning of the nations. That’s the second part of God’s plan: *The power of Messiah (2:8‑9): Jesus Christ, risen from the dead, will return bodily to this earth in power and glory to crush all opposition and to reign in righteousness from David’s throne. God’s wrath seems like an outmoded concept in our day. But the issue isn’t just salvation. Structure and background of the Psalm: Psalm 2 is the most frequently quoted psalm in the New Testament. The prophet Jonah was commanded by God to go to Nineveh; Joel Fil‡rtiga was inspired to go to Paraguay. The answer that follows quickly is short and to the point -- "Make plans." Even if we should die a martyr’s death, our sovereign God will ultimately triumph! And Immediately, God’s Mind Is Finally Changed, Sermon Illustrations for Epiphany 3 (2021). THE … One day he began to hear noise in the distance, and it came progressively closer. Psalms - Our Daily Bread - Over 400 devotional illustrations by Scripture. Jonah obeyed God's call and went to Nineveh, even though he knew he it would be difficult; Joel Fil‡rtiga obeyed God's call and went to Paraguay, and his life would never be the same. 2… Psalm 1 ends with a threat; Psalm 2 begins with a threat. Psalms - Part 2 - Devotionals from Morning and Evening Indexed by Psalm. Sermons.com provides sermon illustrations, sermons, powerpoint and worship resources, and children's sermons & bulletins. Worship resources by George Reed. The kings of the earth rise up and the rulers band together against the LORD and against his anointed, saying, “Let us break their … … 1-3. Either through their willing submission to the message of the gospel now or through their forced subjection under the rod of the Messiah when He comes to judge the nations, their rebellion will be quelled. This rebellion took on an organized form at the tower of Babel, when proud men came together and proposed to build a tower into heaven to make a name for themselves (Gen. 11:4). First, here is an outline, which I shared with you some time ago: THE REBELLION OF MAN Vss. IV. Psalm 2 is definitely prophetic. There have been and still are numerous regional conflicts and violence: Northern Ireland, South Africa, Lebanon, Israel, Azerbaijan, India, Panama, Peru, Colombia, etc. PERSONALIZING PSALM 2 . The picture is that of bowing and expressing submission before a monarch so as not to incur his displeasure. He lived in the darkness and was very content to do just that. Schuyler Rhodes. PSALMS RESOURCES Commentaries, Sermons, Illustrations, Devotionals. God humbled him with a strange disease, so that he lived in the fields and ate grass like a beast, until he learned that “the Most High is the ruler over the realm of mankind, and bestows it on whomever He wishes” (Dan. Psalms - Part 1 - Devotionals from Morning and Evening Indexed by Psalm. Q. Today’s psalm … A Journey Through the Psalms: Reflections for Worried Hearts and Troubled Times ... Sermon Illustrations for Epiphany 2 (2021) Mark … We can only go as far as the Scriptures reveal, and no farther. Psalm 2 gives us an answer. *The person of Messiah (2:7): Verse seven obviously goes beyond David to Christ. God laughs: “You’ve got to be kidding!” Who is puny man to try to stand against the Sovereign God? DEVOTIONALS ON THE PSALMS FROM Our Daily Bread Sound, conservative, evangelical Sermon and teaching illustrations from Radio Bible Class. HINT: Since there are such a large number of resources on this page (>10,000 links) you might consider beginning with the more recent commentaries that briefly discuss all 150 Psalms … While probably somewhat anthropomorphic (using human terms to describe God) so that we can understand it to some degree, the relationship between the First and Second Persons of the Trinity is expressed as that of Father and Son. In the middle in terms of frequency, is laughter as an emotional release. Psalm 1 consists of two stanzas and six verses. 4. 33:11). John describes his vision of the Lord Jesus in that great day in Revelation 19:15‑16: “And from His mouth comes a sharp sword, so that with it He may smite the nations; and He will rule them with a rod of iron; and He treads the winepress of the fierce wrath of God, the Almighty. When Psalm 2:7 says, “You are My Son, today I have begotten You,” there are two possible interpretations. Thus, 3. Christ’s kingdom will prevail anyway (vs4-9) III. Even though the world scene looks as if God has been on an extended vacation, David shows us that God’s plans have not failed and shall not fail. Good night and pleasant dreams!” The only way we can watch the news of this troubled world and have pleasant dreams is if we’ve taken refuge in our sovereign God, who has even the proud rebellion of wicked men under His control. He died according to the predetermined plan and foreknowledge of God at the hands of godless men (Acts 2:23; 4:27-28). Hezekiah prayed, God spoke, and in one night the angel of the Lord defeated Sennacherib by killing 185,000 of his soldiers (2 Kings 18‑19; 2 Chronicles 32; Isaiah 36‑37). The early church took refuge in Him by praying Psalm 2 as they faced persecution (Acts 4:23‑35). Instead of agreeing with Browning that “all is right with the world,” we would probably be more inclined to side with the guy who wrote this limerick: But at present the other side’s winning. 20:10-15). The verse is quoted several times in the New Testament with reference to Jesus (Acts 13:33; Heb. For example, Psalm 2:4: He who sits in the heavens laughs The Lord has them in derision… The least frequent reason for laughter, humor, appears only in the stories around the birth of Isaac. The end time events predicted in the Bible are all lining up, just as predicted. Psalm 1 ends with a threat; Psalm 2 … For purposes of grasping the message of the psalm, Acts Two and Three may be grouped together so that the psalmist is saying three things: 1. Every knee shall bow! He is not vexed with those passionate questionings of heart which meet us in such Psalms … 1:4; this is Calvin’s view, Calvin’s Commentaries [Associated Publishers & Authors], 2:129-130). About 20 million people were killed. This Psalm will be best understood if it be viewed as a four-fold picture. The people in Psalm 1 delight in the law, but the people in Psalm 2 defy the law. Since God is sovereign, why doesn’t He just send Christ to crush all rebellion and end all this suffering? Once upon a time, a diamond was born. Napoleon Bonaparte, when intoxicated with success at the height of his power, is reported to have said, “I make circumstances.” God laughs: “Oh, really?” God let him go on for a while, and then He spoke to him in His anger and terrified him in His fury (Ps. Unless otherwise noted, all Scripture Quotations are from the New American Standard Bible, © The Lockman Foundation, Related Topics: Spiritual Life, Character of God, Steve served as the pastor of Flagstaff Christian Fellowship from May, 1992 through his retirement in December, 2018. It is not difficult to get people to say nice things about Jesus when the only Jesus they know is the gentle Jesus of popular culture who makes no demands on anyone. The illustration of fruitful trees "planted by the rivers of water" is echoed by John in his description of God's throne in the final chapter of Revelation. In Psalm 1 the theme is the contrast between the righteous and the wicked person; in Psalm 2 the theme is the contrast between the rebellion of wicked rulers and nations and the rule of God’s righteous Messiah. The signs of our times point to the soon coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. As a young diamond he heard tales of how some of his ancestors had left the darkness to a place of light, but that didn't concern him. Let’s join the early church in doing everything we can to make Christ Lord of all the nations! Preaching Today provides pastors and preachers sermon prep help with sermon illustrations, sermons, sermon ideas, and preaching articles. 124‑125. Find Top Church Sermons, Illustrations, and Preaching Slides on Psalm 2. The scriptures teach, and orthodox theologians for centuries have agreed, that Jesus is eternally the unique Son of God, second person of the Trinity. Copyright 1993, Steven J. Cole, All Rights Reserved. One of the earliest of all historical records, a Sumerian bas‑relief from Babylon (ca. As we see the chaos in the world, we can be truly happy and blessed by taking refuge in our God. The last line of the Psalm is God’s gracious invitation: “How blessed are all who take refuge in Him!” Don’t run from God; run to Him! ... epoch of the world's history when the Church is actively engaged in having all men reconciled to the Son through the preaching … They moved to the Falkland Islands just before Britain invaded to reclaim that territory from Argentina! A. The Anger At God’s Rule. The Bible teaches that: Isaiah 14:12‑14 describes the rebellion of Satan in heaven against God. Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13 | Search Results | Sermon and Worship … All people should bow in submission and fear before God and give the kiss of obeisance to His Son. It plunges us into some deep theological waters that we can never fathom. Soon after the world was locked into World War II, which claimed 60 million lives. Should we ignore the world and its news, ostrich‑style? At first glance, you would have thought that everyone would welcome God’s Messiah, who came to save us from our sins. The announcer is saying, “And that’s the news. Can a person accept Christ as Savior without accepting Him as Lord? He looks at the chaos of the world scene in his day and says that. Since the beginning of time, the world has known strife. Outline of Psalm 2. Scripture: Psalms 2, Psalms 2:1-12, Acts 4:27-28, Hebrews 1:6, Daniel 7:13-14, Psalms 86:15, Psalms 103:8, Psalms … Cite biblical support. “Four Ways To Worship God” (Psalm 9:1-2 sermon) Consecration Today For Wonders Tomorrow (Joshua 3:5 sermon) "Ambassadors For Christ" (II Corinthians 5:20 sermon) "The Purpose of God's Blessings" (Psalm 67 sermon… If you do not submit to Jesus Christ before you die, you will face the wrath of His judgment (Heb. 2:3). Rulers of the earth, be warned. That is God’s plan for dealing with rebellious man and with Satan and His forces. As we look at reality, we have to question Browning. 3:23). A wife said to her husband, “Shall we watch the six o’clock news and get indigestion or wait for the eleven o’clock news and have insomnia?” (in Reader’s Digest [4/86], p. 2). This plan centers on the person and the power of God’s Messiah, His Anointed one. We’ve all said, “I’ll do it my way!”. Sermon Illustrations for Christmas 2 … Satan is the main force behind this world ruler, the antichrist. In Act Four (2:10‑12), the psalmist speaks out again, giving a closing appeal in light of the previous acts. [2] The kings of the earth set themselves, and … It fits together in an interesting way with Psalm 1 to introduce the Book of Psalms. Psalm 1 emphasizes God’s Law while Psalm 2 focuses on prophesy. But it is also obvious that the psalm goes far beyond David’s experience. World chaos and war will only increase as His coming draws near. 6). David, the Lord’s anointed king over His people, Israel, writes this song to show the folly of rebellion against God’s anointed king because of the promises God had made to that king. The moral problem which, in other Psalms, troubles the ancient poets of Israel, when they see the evil prospering and the good oppressed, has here no place. A Journey Through the Psalms: Reflections for Worried Hearts and Troubled Times. He does not take second place to anyone. The Athanasian Creed puts it: “The Son is from the Father alone; neither made, nor created, but begotten ... generated from eternity from the substance of the Father.” The Nicene Creed expresses it: “The only begotten Son of God, begotten of His Father before all worlds, God of God, Light of Lights, very God of very God, begotten, not made, being of one substance with the Father” (quoted in Lewis Sperry Chafer, Systematic Theology [Dallas Seminary Press], I:316). It was the sound of machinery with men talking and often yelling over the roar of the equipment. Psalm 2. Browse Sermons on Psalm 2. Emphasis Preaching Journal. Since the decree is eternal, Christ’s Sonship is eternal. Sermon. By bringing people from every nation under the lordship of God’s Anointed, Jesus, the rebellion of Satan is thwarted. But even if His coming is delayed, you have no guarantee that you will have another day on this earth. 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