Wednesday, April 24, 2013

The Procession of the King

When I think of the days when the scriptures were written, I think of the rulers in battle. Originally it was a time when kings ruled the earth when the first scriptures were written. Later other forms of government appeared when what we call the New Testament scriptures were recorded. Perhaps it is the influence of the movie industry, but I see the days of the kings from a certain noble perspective. Armor, shields, swords, spears, horsemen and cavalry all in great processions when the king wants to make a statement. I imagine waves of such troops with the king on the battlefield, as a means of protection, to instill fear into the enemy, and even to destroy the enemy. What a sight that must have been in the days of King David. But what about today?

We see in the scripture that we are today in a fight for our lives. The difference is, the outcome is already known. We serve not a king but the King of kings. It makes me wonder who are the troops and how do they battle. In Psalm 68:24-26 it states that this procession, these warriors, are those that give praise to the King. They are lead by the singers, the dancers and flag waivers are in the midst, and the players on instrument follow. In verses 4-5 we see a sample of what they sing that destroys the enemies. They extol Him and His name, the One that rides on the clouds. He is the defender of the fatherless and the widows. He helps families. He delivers those in bondage from bondage in to prosperity. Our praises are our chief weapon, and our King enforces our words on our enemies! Praise God!

Prayer
Praise unto the mighty and holy King of kings! His name is above all names. Him alone will we serve. Let our enemies be scattered as our God arises at the sound of our praise! Crush our enemies God that Your kingdom might be made manifest in the earth, and that men might turn their hearts to You! In Jesus name. Amen.