The psalmist rejoices because he stands in Jerusalem at the house of the LORD (the temple). God appointed the place so his people could come and worship. Jerusalem was the royal city of David's palace. It was the throne room of God. Let all the people of God praise the name of the LORD. Christians worship and praise God our Father through our Lord Jesus Christ, our King.

The psalmist prays for the peace of Jerusalem, the capital city of God's people. This is a prayer for peace among God's people under God's gracious reign. Christians are to pray for and pursue peace. Jesus is our peace. He gives us peace with God (Ro 5:1) and peace with people (Eph 2:14).


Application: Lord God, thank you for the privilege to know and worship you through Jesus Christ my King. May your peace reign in us, among us and through us for Jesus' sake. Amen.
One Word: Worship God and pray for peace