The Lord Will

Psalm 68:31

β€œPrinces shall come out of Egypt; Ethiopia shall soon stretch out her hands unto God.”

KJV

Read in Psalm 68

Meaning

The poem's horizon widens beyond Israel toward neighboring and distant peoples.

Strength, temple, kings, and nations

The prayer asks God to display strength while rulers and distant peoples are drawn toward worship rather than domination.

Read carefully

It widens worship beyond Israel rather than authorizing cultural domination.

Reflection

Honor voluntary response, local dignity, and cultural particularity.