How does Psalm 72:11 motivate us to share the Gospel with all nations? Royal Vision in Psalm 72:11 “All kings will bow down to Him, and all nations will serve Him.” Key Truths Wrapped in One Verse • A single, sovereign King—no rival, no regional limits • Global allegiance—“all kings,” “all nations,” not just Israel • Certain fulfillment—declared by God, guaranteed to happen How This Fuels Our Passion for World Evangelism • The verse states God’s end-goal; sharing Christ is our part in seeing it realized. • Because every nation will one day serve the Messiah, every nation must first hear of Him (Romans 10:14-15). • The prophecy creates urgency: people are meant for worship, yet cannot bow willingly unless they know the King. • It offers confidence—God has already decreed worldwide submission; our witness rides the wave of His unstoppable plan. Harmony with the Great Commission Matthew 28:18-19—“All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations …” • Same universal scope: “all nations.” • Same Kingly authority that Psalm 72 celebrates. • We share because the risen King commands and empowers us. Echoes of the Psalm in the New Testament • Revelation 5:9—people purchased “from every tribe and tongue and people and nation.” • Philippians 2:10–11—“at the name of Jesus every knee should bow … and every tongue confess.” These passages show Psalm 72:11 moving from promise to fulfillment. Practical Ways to Live the Motivation • Pray intentionally for unreached people groups. • Partner with missionaries—financially, relationally, and through short-term trips. • Cultivate cross-cultural friendships at home; international students, immigrants, and refugees represent “all nations” on our doorstep. • Speak of Christ wherever God places you, trusting the Holy Spirit to draw hearts toward the worship Psalm 72 anticipates. Encouragement for Weary Messengers • The outcome is not in doubt—our King will receive global homage. • Every act of witness is a small echo of the final chorus that Psalm 72:11 promises. • Faithfulness now means joy later, as we see representatives from all peoples bow before the Lamb. Closing Perspective Psalm 72:11 lifts our eyes from local concerns to a worldwide horizon. The King we serve deserves—and will receive—universal worship. Let’s labor and speak so that, in God’s timing, every nation gladly joins the anthem. |
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