A Call to the Nations: Exploring Missions in the Psalms
A Bible study outline focusing on missions as portrayed in Psalms.
1. Psalm 67: God's Universal Blessing
1.1 God's Blessing for All
Verses: Psalm 67:6-7
- The earth's fullness and its ability to yield are connected to divine blessing.
- God's blessing is not just for a select few, but for all people.
1.2 The Purpose of Blessing
Verses: Psalm 67:2-3
- The purpose of God's blessing is that all nations might know Him.
- Knowing God leads to fearing Him, which is a reverential respect and obedience.
2. Psalm 96: Declare His Glory Among the Nations
2.1 Proclaiming God's Glory
Verses: Psalm 96:3
- Declaring God's glory among the nations is a command.
- God's wonders are to be proclaimed to all peoples.
2.2 The Uniqueness of God
Verses: Psalm 96:5
- The gods of other nations are idols, but the Lord made the heavens.
- God's uniqueness and power are the basis for worship.
2.3 Worship in His Courts
Verses: Psalm 96:8
- Worship involves bringing an offering and entering His courts.
- Worship is a response to God's greatness and holiness.
3. Psalm 98: A Song of Salvation for All
3.1 God's Righteousness Revealed
Verses: Psalm 98:1-2
- God has done marvelous things, demonstrating His power and salvation.
- His righteousness has been openly shown to the nations.
3.2 A Universal Call to Joy
Verses: Psalm 98:4, 7-8
- All the earth is called to shout joyfully to the Lord.
- The seas, the world, and those who dwell in it are to make a joyful noise.
4. Psalm 86: A Prayer for Mercy and Unity
4.1 God's Character
Verses: Psalm 86:15
- God is full of compassion, gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in mercy and truth.
- These attributes are the foundation for approaching Him in prayer.
4.2 The Nations Worship
Verses: Psalm 86:9-10
- All nations will come and worship before God and glorify His name.
- God alone is great and does wondrous things.