Serve Jehovah with gladness: Come before his presence with singing.
Worship without joy is a funeral, not a feast. God is Lord and gracious both at once, so we serve Him with gladness, not the servility of fear. Singing is the fit language of adoration, measured, harmonious, heartfelt praise that tastes of heaven itself.
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Serve with spiritual joy and freedom, not slavish fear or legal bondage. Come before His throne with thanksgiving and songs, delighting in His person and taking real pleasure in His service, not from selfish motives but from genuine gladness of heart.
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All the earth is summoned to make a joyful noise unto the Lord. We must serve Him not only in obedience but in public worship, entering His gates and courts with gratitude for our place there, the people's privilege, though the holy place itself was kept for the priests alone.
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Commenting on Psalm 100:1-5