How does Psalm 67:5 connect with the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20? The Two Passages Side by Side • Psalm 67:5: “Let the peoples praise You, O God; let all the peoples praise You.” • Matthew 28:19-20: “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Shared Heartbeat—Worldwide Worship • Psalm 67 looks forward to every “people” praising God; Jesus commands reaching “all nations.” • Both texts assume God’s worthiness of universal honor—praise in the psalm, discipleship in the Gospel. • Revelation 7:9-10 shows the future fulfillment: a multitude “from every nation” praising the Lamb. Blessing Fuels Mission • Psalm 67 links God’s blessing (vv.1-2,6-7) to His salvation being “known on earth.” • The Great Commission shows the same pattern: the risen Christ blesses the disciples with His authority and presence, then sends them to spread salvation. • Genesis 12:3; Isaiah 49:6; Psalm 96:3 echo this: blessed people become channels of blessing to the nations. Parallel Mandates 1. Scope – Psalm: “all the peoples.” – Commission: “all nations.” 2. Goal – Psalm: exuberant worship. – Commission: obedient disciples. 3. Means – Psalm: God’s people proclaim His “ways” and “salvation” (v.2). – Commission: believers preach, baptize, teach. Practical Takeaways • Praise and mission merge; declaring God’s glory is inseparable from inviting others to enjoy it. • Personal and congregational blessings are never an end in themselves; they are tools for global gospel advance. • Confidence flows from Christ’s promise, “I am with you always”—the same God celebrated in Psalm 67 empowers today’s outreach. Living It Out • Thank God regularly for His blessings, then deliberately share the gospel so others can praise Him. • Integrate worship and witness—sing about His greatness, speak about His grace. • Support and engage in missions, trusting that every effort participates in the psalmist’s vision and the Savior’s command. |
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