Psalm 47

Who is really in charge?  The psalm emphatically shouts that Yahweh is the true “king of all the earth” (v3,7).  Even the “princes of the peoples” (v9) gather to acknowledge King Yahweh.

It is tempting to trust in the powers we can see here on earth.  We seek a “shield” or security for our lives.  Who can make us safe?  Only God, who owns the “shields of the earth” (v9).  Our inheritance (future) is secure. (v4) When we trust in Him alone, we can’t help but “sing praise” and “clap” with joy.