Psalm 98

1. O sing unto the Lord a new song; for he hath done marvellous things: his right hand, and his holy arm, hath gotten him the victory.
2. The Lord hath made known his salvation: his righteousness hath he openly shewed in the sight of the heathen.
3. He hath remembered his mercy and his truth toward the house of Israel: all the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God.
4. Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all the earth: make a loud noise, and rejoice, and sing praise.
5. Sing unto the Lord with the harp; with the harp, and the voice of a psalm.
6. With trumpets and sound of cornet make a joyful noise before the Lord, the King.
7. Let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein.
8. Let the floods clap their hands: let the hills be joyful together.
9. Before the Lord; for he cometh to judge the earth: with righteousness shall he judge the world, and the people with equity.

Psalm 98 is a jubilant call to praise and worship the Lord for His marvelous deeds and salvation. It begins by urging believers to sing a new song to the Lord, celebrating His victorious acts and righteous deliverance.

The psalmist proclaims that God has revealed His salvation and righteousness to all nations, fulfilling His promise of mercy and truth to the house of Israel. This universal manifestation of God’s salvation prompts all people to join in joyful worship and praise.

The psalmist describes a vivid scene of exuberant worship, with instruments and voices raised in joyful noise before the Lord. They call upon the elements of nature – the sea, the earth, the floods, and the hills – to join in the chorus of praise to the Lord.

The psalm concludes with a declaration of God’s imminent judgment upon the earth, characterized by righteousness and equity. This final verse underscores the sovereignty of God as the righteous judge of all creation.

Psalm 98 serves as a powerful invitation to participate in the worship of the Lord, recognizing His salvation, righteousness, and coming judgment. It inspires believers to offer joyful praise and thanksgiving to God for His wondrous works and steadfast love.