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7 Fling wide the gates, open the ancient doors, and the great king will come in.

8 Who is this great king? He is the Lord, strong and mighty, the Lord, victorious in battle.

9 Fling wide the gates, open the ancient doors, and the great king will come in.

10 Who is this great king? The triumphant Lord—he is the great king!

 

David is appealing to the people of Jerusalem to put out the welcome mat as the King of glory enters the city gates. The ark of the covenant was finally returning, and they were preparing for it to enter into the city. It had been seized by the Philistines many years earlier. It was coming home. The city was opening the gates just as we need to open our hearts to receive the triumphant Lord into our daily lives.

Prayer: Dear Lord, Please help us to open our hearts to you each and every day so that you may come into our lives.

Kris Ward