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Psalm 99:2a "The LORD is great in Zion..."

Day 71 – Psalm 99

“The LORD is great in Zion…” Psalm 99:2a

THE GREATNESS OF GOD

We have another psalm that has a strong focus on worship. The psalmist had a very firm desire to encourage Israel to worship the Lord in a manner that is worthy.

“The LORD is great in Zion,
And He is high above all the peoples.
Let them praise Your great and awesome name-
He is holy.”
Psalm 99:2-3

1. Appreciating God

a) As the LORD God of Israel.
b) As a great God in Zion.
i) He had proven His greatness to His people time and time again.
ii) Israel must recognize His greatness.
c) “He is high above all the peoples”
i) Above the mightiest warriors.
ii) Above the wealthiest men.
iii) Above the wisest men.
iv) Above the strongest kings.

2. Extolling God

a) In heartfelt praise.
b) As One who has a glorious name.
i) Great
ii) Awesome
c) As One who is gloriously holy!

The glory of holiness is well taught in the Scriptures (Exodus 15:11 “glorious in holiness”). The holiness of God is particularly emphasized in the Book of Leviticus. Leviticus 19 commences with these words, “You shall be holy, for I the LORD your God am holy.” (Leviticus 19:2)