Psalm 2 was written to celebrate the coronation of an Israelite king, but also for the coronation of Christ, the eternal King. This Psalm describes the rebellion of the nations and the coming of Christ to establish his eternal reign.
As an anglophile, I have a fascination with English royalty. Queen Elizabeth was England’s longest-reigning monarch. But queens, kings, presidents, and rulers have a finite reign. God’s reign, on the other hand, is eternal.
God “laughs” (Psalm 2:4) not at the nations but at their confused thoughts about power. God knows the boundaries of power of the nations. Every nation is limited, but God is transcendent. If you have to choose between confidence in God and confidence in any nation, choose God!
God is all-powerful. He created the world and knew about the empires of the earth long before they came into being. Human pride and power cause nations to rebel against God and to try to break free from him. We need not fear. All leaders are in God’s hands.
“Now then, you kings, act wisely! Be warned, you rulers of the earth! Serve the Lord with reverent fear and rejoice with trembling.” (Psalm 2:10-11)
Christ Jesus is not only God’s chosen King, he is also the rightful King of our hearts and lives. To be ready for his coming, we must submit to his leadership every day. Jesus is his name. Christ is his title.
“But what joy for all who find protection in him!” (Psalm 2:12)
Questions for reflection:
1. Do I trust in the world’s leaders more than I trust in God?
2. How can I submit to God’s leadership every day?
Prayer
Thank you, God, that your reign is eternal and your Kingdom has no end. Christ Jesus, I ask you to be the rightful King of my heart and life. Please help me submit to your leadership every day and not fear when nations rebel against you. What joy for those who find protection in you! Thank you, God! Amen.