May 9, 2013

The Lord's Name is Majestic


O LORD, our Lord, the majesty of your name fills the earth! Your glory is higher than the heavens.
(Psalm 8:1)(NLT)

There  is a name I love to hear
I love to sing its worth
It sounds as music in my ear
The sweetest name on earth...

A person's name is more than just a label. It represents who they are. Hearing someone's name often brings to mind that person's character, abilities, and appearance. So, too, with our God, whose name is above all names. When we hear the name of the Lord, we should reflect and marvel, as David did, that the God whose glory fills the earth has lavished such affection upon us human beings. In a small way, he has allowed us to share in his majesty, granting us dominion over his creation. Our wonder at the majesty of his name will then give way to heartfelt worship.

MAJESTIC GOD, as we hear your name, we are reminded of your presence and power. Forgive us when we misuse your name or fail to appreciate the greatness of the One it represents. We are grateful that you have called us by your name, and so we ask you to glorify your name by our life. Amen.

(This worship note is taken from the Praise and Worship Study Bible from Tyndale House)

Psalm 122:1

I rejoiced with those who said to me, "Let us go to the house of the Lord." (HCSB)