As I was memorizing Psalm 96:11-13 I thought back to Romans 8:22. It says, “For we know that the whole creation groans and labors with birth pangs together until now.” Think now of the verses in Psalm 96 and 98.

Creation is excited that the Lord is coming to judge. Romans 8:21 says, “Because the creation itself also will be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God.”

How much more should we, who are created to praise, be joyfully anticipating the Lord’s return. Our praise glorifies the Lord. Isaiah 43:7 says, “Everyone who is called by My name, whom I have created for My glory; I have formed him, yes, I have made him.”

We were called out of darkness into His light. 2 Timothy 1:9 says, “Who has saved us and  called us with a holy calling…according to His own purpose and grace…”