Matthew Henry’s Modern English CommentaryPsalms 100

Matthew Henry; adapted by STEPBible

Psalms 100:1-2

A Call to Praise and Worship.This psalm is a joyful invitation to worship God. It encourages all people, from every nation, to come before God with thanksgiving and gladness. It also reminds us of the reasons why we should praise Him: because of who He is and what He has done for us. Worship is not just a duty—it is a privilege and a joy.v. 1–2: The psalmist calls out, Make a joyful noise to the Lord

Psalms 100:3

v. 3: The psalmist reminds us, Know that the Lord

Psalms 100:4

v. 4: The psalmist invites, Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name! . When we come to worship God, we should come with hearts full of gratitude. We should thank Him for giving us the opportunity to know Him and to be in His presence. Every act of worship should include thanksgiving and praise, for God deserves all the glory.

Psalms 100:5

v. 5: The psalmist concludes, For the Lord

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