Psalm 100 is one of the most well-known Psalms. Like so many of the Psalms the worshippers are encouraged to come before the lord with joy and gladness (v1-2). Our singing needs to come from genuine hearts of praise.

We’re called to pause and know that the LORD (Yahweh, Jehovah), the God of Israel, that He is the true God (v3).

Our worship of the LORD comes from how He is the God who made us and, in His grace, has called us to Himself to be His sheep. Jesus said that His sheep hear His voice and follow Him (John 10 v27). Not all people belong to God’s flock, only those who have heard the call of the Good Shepherd to come to Him and they have responded to that call.

Creation and redemption are the major themes of true worship. Our worship is always of God as our Creator and Redeemer.

Entering worship with thanksgiving and praise (v4), happens as our hearts truly have been touched by grace. It is then that we have truly come to experience the goodness, steadfast love and faithfulness of God (v5).