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Who is Making That Noise?
Ever heard of Mother Nature? Many people use the phrase quite innocently, but others believe that nature is manipulated by a plethora of gods. Millennia of human history offer no shortage of religious rituals to these unknown deities. But Psalm 29, written by King David to the tune of thunderbolts, as cleverly stated by C. H. Spurgeon, sets the record straight. God is the One who acts powerfully in nature.
In King David’s day, pagan belief held that gods were responsible for the forces of nature unleashed across the earth. This Psalm may have been written in response to such views. So, the Psalmist fittingly summons all angelic beings to give praise and glory to God alone.
Reading this Psalm reminds us of several key faith building events - God created the entire universe with his word, his powerful voice (Genesis 1-2); the great flood came over the earth at his command (Genesis 6-8); Jesus quieted a furious squall on the Sea of Galilee, demonstrating that he is the God worshipped by the Psalmist (Mark 4:35-41).
There is a second and powerful message for the child of God in Psalm 29. Our God is not a passive observer but an active participant in this world. David brings together the voice of the Lord and a storm that travels great distances - from the mighty sea to Lebanon inland, and as far as the desert of Kadesh. Everywhere the storm passes,
its effects are visible. And so are the effects of the voice of the Lord in our lives when we welcome him. Nothing stays the same! David mentions the voice of the Lord 7 times in this Psalm because it is the “central character”, the true star in this great display of transforming power and might!
Respond in Prayer
Dear Lord, strong and powerful, your voice is able to transform everything it touches! I welcome your life-giving word into every area of my life and ask you to lovingly break down any resistance in me to your word and Spirit, with faith in the strong name of Jesus. Amen.
Jacqueline Dugas
Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version® (NIV®).
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About this Plan
The Psalms express every emotion - joy, grief, anger, fear, hope - with honesty that gives us permission to come to God just as we are. In this 30-day plan, you’ll walk with the psalmists through trouble, betrayal, and praise. Their words remind us that God welcomes our questions and pain - and meets us with love, forgiveness, and faithfulness. As you read, may your relationship with God deepen. May your heart be renewed. And may praise rise, even in the storm.
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