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AfterThoughts: June 15, 2026

June 14, 2026
Why Do The Nations Rage?
Psalm 2

This week, Dr. David Eldridge continued the series in the book of Psalms, teaching from Psalm 2. In these verses, he expanded on three points:

  • The World's Persistent Revolt
  • God's Secure Reign
  • Our Response

GOING DEEPER: 

  • Pastor David explained that the longer you live, the more you realize that “unsettled” may be the most accurate description of life in this world. And the unsettled nature of our world can be a bit unsettling for us. We may look around and ask who exactly is in charge of all this world. Psalm 2 is an encouraging word for any unsettled soul. As you read through Psalm 2 for the first time, what do you notice? As you read and meditate on the Psalm a second time, what ideas and truths does the Holy Spirit highlight in your heart and mind?
     
  • Pastor David reminded us that the world is in persistent revolt (Psalm 2:1–3). Empires have been raging and plotting against each other throughout human history, but they are actually raising their fists in protest against the rule and reign of the Almighty One. In what ways do you see history repeating itself (or “rhyming”)? What evidence do you see that even after the 1960s and the promised liberation of throwing off every restraint, we are even more anxious, more fragmented, and more unsettled than ever?
     
  • Pastor David pointed out that there is a profound contrast in Psalm 2:4–9. The nations are in turmoil; God is at rest on His throne. God’s reign is secure, and the Lord scoffs at their futile efforts to overthrow His reign and rule. Jesus remains seated at the right hand of the Father. The world may be unsettled, but heaven is not. Will we acknowledge God’s rule today and live in complete dependence on Him, or will we choose to be self-interested and self-focused? Who will set the agenda for your life?
     
  • Pastor David taught that the divine Author of this Psalm pointed beyond the human kings to the reign of King Jesus. In Matthew 3:17 and Matthew 17:5, we hear the Father identifying Jesus as the very Son spoken of in Psalm 2:7. He is the King whom God promised; He is the Messiah, and one day every knee will bow before Him. How do you answer the question of Psalm 2: “Will I submit to the reign of King Jesus?” In what ways am I submitting to Him with my words but not with my actions?
     
  • We all have a response to make to the Lord (Psalm 2:10–12). Pastor David emphasized that many people want a Christianity that is all grace, mercy, and forgiveness without judgment, divine anger, and wrath. If, however, we skip over the tough words, we miss what He is our refuge from. He is our refuge, our rescue from a dreaded fate: separation from the love of God forever. Psalm 2 is clear: there is only one hope in light of our world’s unsettled headlines, and that is that the One who sits on the throne in heaven is forever settled. How can you “kiss the Son” this week and run to Him for your protection and peace?

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The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the LORD turn his face toward you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24–26

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