SPIRITUAL GEMS: Week of October 14-20, 2024, Psalm 96-99, Answers.

SPIRITUAL GEMS: 14-20-October-2024, Psalm 96-99, Answers.

Spiritual Gems (10 min.)

Ps 96:1. What does the expression “a new song” usually refer to? (it-1 412).

We see that the expression a new song that appears in Psalm 96:1 and other passages of the scriptures such as Isaiah and Revelation, usually refers to a proclamation of praise due to new and notable events related to the exercise of Jehovah's sovereignty.

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In Psalm 96:1, it refers to a song sung in response to new acts of Jehovah that demonstrate his sovereignty and kingship. This concept relates to the celebration of significant events in salvation history and the proclamation of God's kingship. In the context of the psalms, this song is sung to express joy and appreciation for God's intervention and the extension of his dominion over earth and heaven.

In the context of Psalm 96, the announcement that Jehovah himself has become king stands out, which indicates a change or advance in Jehovah's government, a government that deserves to be celebrated with a new expression of praise. This new song highlights the importance of events related to the earth.

“The new song” is a call to celebrate the sovereignty and mercy of Jehovah God. By reflecting on this expression, we understand that Jehovah is the sovereign king of the universe, that his love and mercy are eternal, and that salvation is a gift for all. This is something that inspires us to praise our creator with gratitude and recognize his sovereignty in our lives. The new song is a reminder that our faith must be expressed in praise, so Jehovah God must be the center of our worship and praise.

The expression “a new song” refers to the praise we give to Jehovah when he does something new or remarkable in his role as sovereign. It is not just a literal song, but represents a way of praising God for the recent actions he has taken to display his Power and Kingship.

In Psalm 96:1, we are invited to sing this new song, because Jehovah has done something special: He has reaffirmed his sovereignty and shown that he is the King.

Singing a new song also means that we should pay attention to what Jehovah is doing in our lives and in the world right now. It is not just remembering the past, but seeing how his sovereignty continues to bring blessings today, and for that we praise him with gratitude and joy.

When we sing a new song, as Psalm 96:1 says, it means we are praising Jehovah for something new and amazing that he has done. This reminds me that my worship should be enthusiastic and not routine, always recognizing how Jehovah continues to help us and rule with justice.

Well, an examination of the context of this verse reveals that this new song is usually sung because of a significant event that God performs in the exercise of his universal sovereignty. For example, verse 10 mentions that he has become king, so because of this event the expression a new song was a significant milestone is used. 

What spiritual pearls have you found in this week's Bible reading?

Psalm 96:2. The third part of the verse reminds us of our responsibility to proclaim the message of salvation day after day. This implies being active in preaching and teaching others about Jehovah's wonderful purpose for humanity.

Psalm 96:2,3. The Bible teaches us that it is important to preach and share the wonders of our beloved heavenly Father, Jehovah. In these verses, we are encouraged to sing and proclaim the glory of Jehovah, and to tell of his wonderful works among the nations. This highlights the importance of making God and his actions known to others, not only to praise him, but also so that more people may know his greatness and love.

Psalm 96:13 teaches us that Jehovah is the king who comes to judge the Earth. This verse highlights Jehovah's sovereignty and his authority to judge with justice, which is a reason for joy and celebration. It mentions that he will judge the world with justice and the peoples with his truth, which highlights his just and righteous character of his government over creation.

Psalm 96:8 teaches us that we should bring offerings to God and worship Him with reverence. This symbolizes the importance of offering something valuable of ourselves as a sign of gratitude and devotion. For example, in the context of being part of God's people, this verse teaches us that true worship involves personal commitment and sacrifice, which brings us closer to God and allows us to enter into His people with a sincere and willing heart.

Psalm 96:4,5 tells us that Jehovah is great and worthy of praise, and that he is superior to all gods. As we preach the good news, we can use these verses to emphasize God’s greatness and uniqueness compared to anything else people might worship.

Psalm 96:1. This verse motivates us to sing songs of praise to God with joy and happiness in the congregation meetings.

Psalm 96:3. Speaks of proclaiming the wonderful works of God, we do this when we participate in the Ministry and with our good conduct we recommend ourselves as ministers.

Psalm 96:4. The organization repeatedly reminds us that we should praise Jehovah, not creation. Today it is very common for many to praise and worship their celebrities, their artists, and even political and religious leaders. We, on the other hand, must be determined to continue praising Jehovah.

Psalm 96:7 teaches us that it is important to be generous instead of keeping what belongs to Jehovah. It is true that we do not give tithes by law, but that does not mean that we should not contribute to the expenses of our Kingdom Hall and worldwide work.

Psalm 96:1,3. These scriptures show us that when we meditate on what Jehovah has done, is doing, and will do for us, our hearts move us to declare his glory. For this reason, Jehovah's Witnesses consider it a privilege to bear God's name and to praise him publicly throughout the earth.

Psalm 96:13. Teaches us and reminds us that Jehovah is the judge of all the Earth, He and his son Jesus Christ will judge the nations, and will pass sentence, this makes us think about the adjustments of understandings regarding the resurrection, there are things that we do not know, but instead of going beyond what is written, we trust that God and his son will do what is right.

Psalm 96:4,8. These texts teach us that because of his greatness, God deserves our praise and honor, because he is superior to all things, that is why we must let ourselves be guided by our creator and show humility at all times in our lives, because he is the Almighty God and deserves our glory. 

Psalm 96:2. This text does not urge us to glorify our magnificent God every day, through our preaching and conduct.

Psalm 96:2,3. These verses teach us that as Christians we must preach the good news; it is important to tell people about the Kingdom of God in the hands of Jesus Christ.

Psalm 96:4. This text shows us that we must be deeply grateful to our God for all his beautiful works, and tell people how great Jehovah is.

Psalm 96:4. This text shows us that we must help people to know the truth about our God. We must help sincere people to know our creator well, as well as his purposes and his attractive personality and his eternal glory.

Psalm 96:7. This text shows us that we must give Jehovah what corresponds to Him. He, as our creator, deserves all the glory and honor. When we recognize His greatness and strive to praise Him in the best way possible, we receive His blessing.

Psalm 96:6-8. This reading shows us that the earth will be turned into a paradise, and will radiate happiness. It will be as if all its meadows and mountains, its trees and flowers, its rivers and seas, were rejoicing because of the righteous rule of Jehovah. The fresh air will no longer be polluted. In every river and stream the fresh, pure water will shine with its flowing water. The land will no longer be ruined. The whole earth, its forests, its fields, its mountains, will be a beautiful park, full of colorful varieties of animals and birds. These, too, will be subject to the wise control of Jehovah's Son.

Psalm 99:6. This text shows us that we should call upon the great name of Jehovah. The phrase, to call upon the name of Jehovah, implies more than simply knowing what God's name is and using it when we worship Him. It implies trusting in God and turning to Him for help.

Psalm 97:11. This reading shows us how Jehovah enlightens his servants today, through his word inspired by the Bible, providing us with a flash of light that illuminates our path day by day.

Psalm 97:1 teaches us that there are people in remote islands who are worthy, and many brothers have made sacrifices to go and preach to them and help them spiritually.

Psalm 97:1. This text also reminds us of the biography of Brother Geoffrey Jackson, a member of the governing body, which began with this text as a heading. This biography can be found in The Watchtower of August 2015, and it shows that the brother preached in several places and has promoted the translation of languages ​​in a significant way.

Psalm 97:10 teaches us that it is not enough to know what is bad, we must hate it. This includes thoughts, videos, even video games, it is a struggle but having God's approval is worth it.

Psalm 97:9 reminds us that we are made in God’s image, but that doesn’t mean we are on the same level or that we should equal him. Rather, we recognize that he is supreme over all the Earth.

Psalm 98:2. This verse emphasizes how Jehovah uses his people today to bring the good news, good news of salvation, therefore, it is important to proclaim the message of the good news to all people, because Jehovah has entrusted us with this great task.

Psalm 97:2 teaches us that Jehovah is a God who reigns in justice and righteousness. This verse mentions that darkness is around him, which symbolizes his majesty and power, while justice and judgment are the foundation of his throne. This highlights the idea that although his presence may be imposing, his government is always fair and just, which gives his followers confidence in his sovereignty.

Psalm 97:7 teaches us that all who worship idols will be put to shame. This verse emphasizes the superiority of Jehovah over every other God and the futility of idolatry. By stating that idols are awesome, it highlights the importance of worshiping only Jehovah who is the true God.

Psalm 97:10 teaches us that Jehovah protects and delivers his faithful ones from the wicked. This verse highlights the idea that those who love Jehovah are rescued from the hands of the wicked, which reinforces confidence in his justice and care. In addition, it underlines the importance of staying away from evil and trusting in Divine protection.

Psalm 98:1. This verse invites us to renew our praises to Jehovah, recognizing his recent and wonderful works. It is not just a matter of repeating praises, but rather updating our duration according to the new blessings we receive.

Psalm 98:3. This verse reminds us of Jehovah's faithfulness and loyalty throughout history, fulfilling his simple word. Hence the importance of asking ourselves: How often do we reflect on his faithfulness to us and to his people?

Psalm 98:9. This is a reminder that Jehovah is not only the creator, but also the righteous judge of mankind. His judgment is always just and right. In a world filled with injustice, this verse comforts us and gives us hope that Jehovah will bring perfect justice.

Psalm 99:2. This verse highlights the universal sovereignty of Jehovah, who rules not only over one nation, but over all nations and peoples. This truth should fill us with confidence and peace of mind, knowing that true power is in Jehovah's hands.

Psalm 99:6. This verse reminds us of how Jehovah's faithful servants of old always called upon his name for guidance and help. This invites us to imitate their faith and trust in Jehovah.

Psalm 99:8 Throughout history, Jehovah has shown his willingness to forgive his people, even when they have made mistakes. This highlights Jehovah’s mercy and reminds us that we can always turn to him for forgiveness when we fail.

Psalm 99:4. This verse assures us that his power is always accompanied by a deep sense of justice and righteousness. In our worship of Jehovah, we should also cultivate a deep love for justice.

Psalm 99:9. This verse is a clear invitation to worship Jehovah with reverence and humility, recognizing his holiness and sovereignty over all. Our worship should reflect a deep respect for Jehovah's holiness.

Psalm 99:3. This verse teaches us the importance of praising in the name of Jehovah and that everyone recognizes that his name is holy and impressive.

Psalm 98:4,5. This reading teaches us that, as part of God's people, we should praise Jehovah with songs. Therefore, it is essential to attend our meetings, because in this way we praise God and strengthen our relationship with him.

Psalm 96:5. This text shows us that the gods of the people are only idols, without power or life, but our creator is omnipotent, deserves all praise, deserves our exclusive worship. For this reason, it is important to worship only him, because he is the living God.

Psalm 97:11. This text shows us that as true Christians, God lights our path, and when we live according to the principles of God's word, we can live with joy and peace.

Psalm 97:1. This verse begins by saying that Jehovah is King. This is very important because even though the world is full of problems right now, we must remember that Jehovah is still in control of everything. Sometimes, with so many bad things happening, we might think that everything is out of control, but this verse reminds me that Jehovah is reigning and that he will soon bring justice and peace to the whole Earth. This gives me hope and a reason to rejoice because I know that the future is in his hands.

Psalm 97:10. This verse teaches us that just as Jehovah was able to help the nation of Israel in the time of Moses, He can also deliver all those who are loyal to Him from every trial in these days, so we can trust God completely.

Psalm 96:4 This verse reminds us that Jehovah is great and worthy of all our praise. It teaches us that no other God can compare with him. Today, many people worship things like money, fame, or material idols, but this verse emphasizes that only Jehovah deserves our worship and respect.

Psalm 97:10. This verse is very direct: If we love Jehovah, we must hate what is evil. This teaches me that it is not enough to do what is good, but I must also reject anything that opposes Jehovah's standards. This applies to my daily life. When I see something immoral or wrong, I cannot be indifferent, but I must actively reject it. If I truly love Jehovah, my behavior will reflect that hatred for what he hates.

Psalm 96:5. It says here that all the gods of the people are simple idols, but Jehovah made the heavens. This makes me think that, although people can be influenced by many beliefs or things that seem important, none of this has the power of Jehovah, who is the creator of everything. This motivates me not to be carried away by what the world considers important, but to focus on worshiping Jehovah.

Psalm 98:4. This verse encourages us to make a joyful noise to Jehovah, that is, to praise him with enthusiasm and joy. This reminds me that worshiping Jehovah should not be something routine or done without feeling, but something we should do with enthusiasm, because we are thankful. When we participate in worship, whether in meetings, in the Ministry, or in our personal prayers, we should do so with joy, recognizing how great Jehovah is.

Psalm 96:5. This verse is a call to reject idolatry and propose our trust only in Jehovah to remember that he is the creator and the true God, we are encouraged not to depend on things made by man, but to trust in the power of the one who made the heavens and the earth.

Psalm 96:11,12. Here it describes how the heavens, the earth, the sea, and the field praise Jehovah. It makes me think of how all of creation reflects Jehovah's glory. The trees, the animals, and even the weather show how wonderful our creator is. This helps me appreciate nature more and reminds me that everything I see is a display of Jehovah's power. Every time I see something beautiful in nature, it's like I'm seeing a piece of Jehovah's praise.

Psalm 96:8. The text says: Bring a gift. This suggests that our worship to Jehovah should be accompanied by offerings. Although today we do not bring physical sacrifices as in the time of Ancient Israel, we can offer our time, our energy, talent and everything that demonstrates our gratitude and devotion.

Psalm 96:12,13. This text gives us the image of the fields and trees shouting for joy when Jehovah comes to judge, and this teaches us that God's judgment is not something we should fear if we are faithful, but something that should be a cause for joy. Creation itself anticipates this judgment with rejoicing, because it will be just.

Psalm 97:2. The phrase, “The foundations of his throne are righteousness and justice,” highlights that God rules as the equity of Justice. This encourages us to trust that God is just in all his decisions and actions and that his government is perfect.

Psalm 97:1. The exhortation to make Jehovah our joy reminds us that our happiness and satisfaction must come from a close relationship with God. This implies trusting in Him and recognizing His sovereignty and seeking His guidance in our lives.

Psalm 98:9. Here we are assured that Jehovah will judge mankind with justice and righteousness. This thought gives me great comfort, because we know that human judges sometimes make mistakes or are corrupt, but Jehovah never makes mistakes. His judgment is perfect and always fair. It is also a reminder to me to be fair in how I treat others, because if Jehovah judges with justice, I too must strive to be fair in my dealings with people, especially within the congregation and in my daily life.

Psalm 99:4 This verse highlights that Jehovah is a just God. He loves justice, which means that he always does what is right and treats everyone fairly. For me, this is a good reminder that if I want to invite Jehovah, I must be fair in my dealings with others. Sometimes it can be easy to show favoritism or act unfairly, but Jehovah does not do that, so I, too, must strive to be fair and upright in my decisions.

Psalm 99:4. This text teaches us that since Jehovah is a just king, we as his subjects are also expected to live in accordance with his will, this included acting justly and being honest in all aspects of our lives.

Psalm 97:6. This text reminds us that the justice and glory of Jehovah are evident in creation. This teaches us that God is just and righteous and that we can all recognize his greatness. This urges us to worship God with gratitude.

Psalm 97:7. This text shows us that many who trust in an idol, or in a carved image will be put to shame, because these images cannot give life as Jehovah does.

Psalm 97:9. This text teaches us that God is the Most High, and is superior to all false gods and idols, so we must reject idolatry and false worship, and recognize that Jehovah is the only true god.

Psalm 97:10. This text teaches us that if we love Jehovah, we must abhor evil, that is, we must reject wickedness and injustice, and demonstrate with our actions that we value Jehovah's friendship. The deep love we feel for our heavenly Father will make us flee from the things that he does not like.

Psalms 99:4. Seeing that Jehovah loves justice, we must strive to cultivate a heart that also loves what is just and right. This involves developing qualities such as integrity, fairness, and compassion. In this way, we imitate Jehovah.

Psalm 99:5. This text teaches us that we must worship our God and recognize that He is just and holy. This is something that motivates us to love Him with all our hearts, and it is important to obey His commandments, since if we honor our Creator in our daily lives and let ourselves be guided by Him, we will have His blessing.

Psalm 99:8. The part that mentions the castle highlights that our actions have consequences, this will help us reflect on our decisions and how they can affect our relationship with Jehovah.

Psalm 99:8. According to the text, Jehovah hears our prayers, and if we commit any sin, he can forgive us, but we must recognize that discipline implies love on the part of Jehovah, because he wants us to continue being his friends.

Psalm 99:8. The fact that Jehovah is mentioned as responding shows that he is attentive to our prayers and needs. We can trust that he will listen to our supplications, our prayers, and offer us guidance and support even in difficult times.

Psalm 99:6. It makes us think about our prayers, when we pray to God, it is as if we were calling him, it is important to be attentive to his answer and give thanks.