Psalms, 149
2. Israel shall rejoice in its Maker, the children of Zion delight in their king;
2. Israel shall rejoice in its Maker, the children of Zion delight in their king;
Psalm 149 is a song of praise that extols the greatness and power of God, as well as the joy that his servants must have to worship him. The chosen verses related to the themes of the chapter are:
Isaiah 61:10: "With great joy I will rejoice in the Lord, my soul rejoices in my God, because he dressed in the robes of salvation and put the cloak of righteousness upon me, as a fiancé who adorns himself as a turban and how Bride who is adorned with jewelry. " This verse talks about the joy that God's people feel when saved and justified by Him.
Psalm 33:2-3: "Praise the Lord with a harp, sing songs with ten strings. This verse encourages worship of God through music, showing the importance of singing to the Lord and praising Him with joy.
Psalm 150:1-2: "Praise to the Lord! Praise God in his sanctuary; praise Him in the firmament, work of his power. Praise him for his powerful achievements; praise him according to his greatness." This verse is an invitation to praise God everywhere and circumstances, emphasizing the greatness of his powerful works and actions.
Psalm 148:1-2: "Praise the Lord. Praise the Lord from the heavens, praise Him in the heights. Praise him, all his angels; praise him, all his hosts." In this verse, it is emphasized that even angels praise and worship the Lord, highlighting the importance of worship of God.
Psalm 95:1-2: "Come, let us sing to the Lord; let us jubilee before the rock of our salvation! Let us introduce ourselves before Him with thanksgiving, and celebrate him with psalms of praise." This verse invites people to come to worship and praise God with actions for free and songs of praise.
“O trabalho é tão sagrado como a oração”. São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina