Our world is no stranger to rebellion. From headlines to hashtags, we see it—nations raging, people plotting, the world pushing against any notion of divine authority. But none of this surprises God.
Psalm 2 shows us that rebellion is not a new thing—it’s the natural posture of the human heart apart from grace. The kings of the earth rise up and say, “Let’s tear off their chains…” They see God’s law as bondage instead of blessing. And whether they know it or not, when they reject the Lord, they are also rejecting His Anointed—ultimately, Jesus Christ.
But God is not shaken.
He sits enthroned. He laughs—not in scorn, but in sovereign assurance. His response to rebellion is not anxiety—it’s proclamation: “I have installed my King.” This isn’t a political reaction. It’s a redemptive reality.
Psalm 2 declares a King who is both Savior and Judge. “You are my Son,” God says, and Jesus is that Son. The nations belong to Him. Judgment is real. And yet, before the rod of iron falls, a cross of mercy stands.
The psalm ends with a plea: “Kiss the Son… All who take refuge in Him are blessed.” Even rulers are invited to bow in worship. Reverence and joy go hand-in-hand. Worship isn’t casual; it’s a trembling delight in the reign of Christ.
Here’s the good news: The King who has the right to crush us is the One who offers us shelter. There is safety—refuge!—in surrendering to Him. The safest place in the universe is at the feet of Jesus.
Don’t fear the chaos of the age. Don’t follow the rebellion of the world. Fear the Lord. Kiss the Son. And find your rest in His reign.
Steven Bradshaw 
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