What is the meaning of Psalm 108:5? Be exalted, O God “Be exalted, O God” (Psalm 108:5) is a direct call to lift God high in our thoughts, words, and actions. • The psalmist doesn’t merely suggest admiration; he insists on it, echoing Psalm 57:11, “Be exalted, O God, above the heavens; may Your glory cover all the earth.” • This exaltation is personal—God Himself is addressed—and public, inviting all creation to recognize His supreme worth (Psalm 34:3). • As Psalm 99:5 urges, “Exalt the LORD our God and worship at His footstool; He is holy.” Recognizing His holiness fuels heartfelt worship. above the heavens • “Above the heavens” shows that God’s majesty surpasses every created realm. Nothing in the physical universe can contain Him (1 Kings 8:27). • The phrase reminds us of Isaiah 55:9: “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are My ways higher than your ways.” God’s superiority is immeasurable and undeniable. • By declaring God exalted “above the heavens,” the psalmist celebrates His unmatched sovereignty over stars, galaxies, and spiritual realms alike (Colossians 1:16–17). may Your glory cover all the earth • God’s “glory” is His visible splendor—His character put on display. Psalm 72:19 reflects the same desire: “May the whole earth be filled with His glory.” • “Cover” paints a picture of saturation, leaving no corner untouched. Habakkuk 2:14 anticipates a day when “the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the LORD as the waters cover the sea.” • This worldwide reach points to God’s mission: that every nation would see and adore Him (Isaiah 49:6; Revelation 7:9–10). • The verse sets our sights on the spread of God’s fame through the gospel of Christ (Matthew 24:14), until earth reflects heaven’s worship (Revelation 11:15). summary Psalm 108:5 invites us to lift God to His rightful place of honor, recognizing His supremacy above all creation and longing for His radiant glory to touch every corner of the planet. Our worship joins heaven’s chorus, affirming that the Lord alone deserves universal praise now and forever. |
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