The psalmist offers his thoughts regarding the ones who call God Lord. First he reminds them that they are to hate evil! And secondly, You godly ones, rejoice in the Lord. Give thanks to his holy name.
Hate vs Love is a common theme in the psalms and this one psalm sums up what the writer wants the reader to ponder. So the question remains: how does one “hate” evil? Dig into the scriptures and read the lives of those who chose the attributes of Psalm 1. They willingly choose not to walk, stand or sit in the seats of those who mock God. Remember he who mocks God will suffer the consequences of their actions. God is near and He hears and sees all. Then, how does one “rejoice” in the Lord? We read, we ponder and then we act.
This one note from one who has pondered this psalm wrote: Those who love Him should hate evil. By doing so, they become the objects of His blessing rather than partakers of His discipline.
Today, choose ye whom you will serve but for me and my house we will serve the Lord were the words of Joshua and they perfectly frame our question: whom will you choose to serve today?
