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The Doctrine of the Lord as King

14 January 2012

Psalm 5:1-2

Give ear to my words, O LORD.
Consider my meditation.

Give heed to the voice of my cry,
My King and my God,
For to You I will pray.

Psalm 10:16

The LORD is King forever and ever;
The nations have perished out of His land

Psalm 24:7-8

Lift up your heads, O you gates!
And be lifted up, you everlasting doors!
And the King of glory shall come in.

Who is this King of glory?
The LORD strong and mighty,
The LORD mighty in battle.

Lift up your heads, O you gates!
Lift up, you everlasting doors!
And the King of glory shall come in.

Who is this King of glory?
The LORD of hosts,
He is the King of glory.

1. Identifying the King

a) He is God

b) He is Lord

c) He is the King of glory

2. Relating to the King

a) Prayers are to be made to Him

b) Praise is to be given to Him

3. Features of the King

a) Full of glory

b) Strong and mighty

c) Eternal

DISCUSSION

1. Do we think of God as King?

2. Do we consciously apply the idea of God as King when we pray?

3. What are some ramifications of the Kingship of God?

a) He is Sovereign

b) He is Lord

c) His power will prevail

4. How do we cultivate our relationship as subjects to this great King of glory?