First, 'all the earth has seen the salvation of our God' (1-3). We have a great reason to sing a new song of praise to God. He has done marvelous things, namely, by making his salvation known to all nations. He has done this through Jesus Christ, the righteousness of God. Jesus came as the fulfillment of God's promises to Israel, and is the hope of salvation for all people in all generations. Second, 'shout for joy to the LORD, for he comes to judge the earth' (4-9). Let us join all nature in thanking our God for his mighty work of salvation. We each have a testimony of thanksgiving to sing to the Lord, to make music to our Lord and King. His judgment does not bring terror to those who trust him. Rather, we sing and long for his appearing, knowing his judgment will be done in righteousness, and all people will be judged in equity.
Application: Father, thank you for your salvation for us in Jesus Christ. Let me praise and worship you today.
One Word: Sing to the Lord a new song