Sir Robert Grant grew up in a British world of power, politics and privilege. He was a devout Christian known for his integrity and high intelligence. He entered Parliament in 1818. In the early 1830’s he was studying Psalm 104 and he began comparing the greatness of the King of Kings with the majesty of British royalty. O Worship the King, our foundation hymn for this Sunday, is the result of his studies in Psalm 104

     O worship the King,  All glorious above
    And gratefully sing, His wonderful love
    Our Shield and Defender, The Ancient of Days
    Pavilioned in splendor,  And girded with praise

Also on the music list for this Sunday is Hosanna, Praise is Rising followed by a song I just heard for the first time last week. It is called Glorify You Alone.

     Who is this King of glory
     Beautiful and matchless One
     Who is this King so holy
     Ev’ry knee will bow at His throne
     Jesus the Lamb of God Savior and King

Then we will sing two older choruses that lift the name of Jesus. There’s Something About That Name and His Name is Wonderful.

Have you taken time lately to focus on the greatness of our Lord? Psalm 104 starts out by saying, “Let all that I am praise the Lord”!  If you are anything like me, your time and talents are divided into several different compartments. These words mean that every compartment of my life should praise the Lord. The Psalmist continues with a vivid description of His greatness and splendor. He is the Creator full of majesty! This is truly a Psalm for the King of Kings! Read it this week, over and over.

Let the words of this Psalm fill your compartments!