A Call to Global Worship: Uniting the World in Praise

Introduction:

Welcome, brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we're going to explore a powerful verse in Psalm 22, which speaks to the universal reach of God's kingdom. Let's read Psalm 22:27 together:

"All the ends of the earth will remember and turn to the Lord, and all the families of the nations will worship before him." (Psalm 22:27, NLT).

This verse is a beautiful expression of God's desire to be worshiped by all nations and peoples. It's a call to global worship, and it's a reminder that our God is a God of all nations. And not the Lord of a particular nation! 

The Universal Reach of God's Kingdom:

In this verse, David writes that "all the ends of the earth" will remember and turn to the Lord. The phrase "ends of the earth" is a biblical way of describing the farthest reaches of the globe. It's a phrase that encompasses all nations, cultures, and peoples.

This verse tells us that God's kingdom is not limited to one particular nation or culture. Rather, it's a universal realm that encompasses all of humanity. It's a kingdom that transcends borders, languages, and cultures.

The Call to Global Worship:

The second part of the verse tells us that "all the families of the nations will worship before him." This is a call to global worship, where people from all nations and cultures come together to worship the one true God.

This call to worship is not limited to one particular style or tradition. Rather, it's a call to authentic, heartfelt worship that reflects the diversity and richness of human culture.

Our Role in Global Worship:

So, what's our role in this global worship movement? First and foremost, we're called to be worshipers. We're called to surrender our lives to God, to love Him with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. We're also called to be witnesses. We are called to share the good news of Jesus Christ with those around us, and to invite them to join us in worshiping a true God!

Finally, we're called to be prayer warriors. We're called to pray for the nations, to pray for the spread of the gospel, and to pray for the growth of God's kingdom.

In conclusion, Psalm 22:27 reminds us that God's kingdom is a universal kingdom that encompasses all nations and cultures. It's a call to global worship, where people from all backgrounds come together to worship the one true God.

As we respond to this call, let's remember that we're not just worshiping for ourselves. We're worshiping on behalf of the nations, and we're inviting others to join us in this global worship movement.

May we be faithful witnesses to the gospel, and may our worship be a reflection of the beauty and diversity of God's kingdom.

Final Prayer:

Dear Heavenly Father, we thank you for the promise of Psalm 22:27. We thank you that your kingdom is a universal kingdom that encompasses all nations and cultures. We pray that you would raise up worshipers from every tribe, tongue, and nation. We pray that you would give us a heart for global worship, and that you would use us to spread the gospel to the ends of the earth.

In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.