COCIN DEVOTIONAL THURSDAY 18TH JANUARY 2024

1. _The Lord reigns, let the earth be glad; let the distant shores rejoice._

2. _Clouds and thick darkness surround him; righteousness and justice are the foundation of his throne._

3. _Fire goes before him and consumes his foes on every side._

4. _His lightning lights up the world; the earth sees and trembles._

5. _The mountains melt like wax before the Lord, before the Lord of all the earth._

6. _The heavens proclaim his righteousness, and all peoples see his glory._

7. _All who worship images are put to shame, those who boast in idols— worship him, all you gods!_

8. _Zion hears and rejoices and the villages of Judah are glad because of your judgments, Lord._

9. _For you, Lord, are the Most High over all the earth; you are exalted far above all gods._

10. _Let those who love the Lord hate evil, for he guards the lives of his faithful ones and delivers them from the hand of the wicked._

11. _Light shines on the righteous and joy on the upright in heart._

12. _Rejoice in the Lord, you who are righteous, and praise his holy name._

TOPIC: HE REIGNS

God is King. He reigns in heaven and over the earth. His government is founded on righteousness and justice. All creatures bow and tremble before Him. The heavens herald His righteousness and glory. All nations of the earth have seen His glory and they rejoice and worship His Majesty. His faithful and righteous ones rejoice greatly because He shines His light on them, guards and delivers them from the wicked. What a foretaste of the Messianic government! Human governments fail because their thrones are not anchored on righteousness and justice. They are characterized by corruption, injustice and partiality. Their subjects groan in suffering. Are you yearning for justice? Come under the reign of God by accepting Jesus.

REFLECTION: The Lord reign!

PRAYER: Father, thank you for your rulership over me. Amen.

Today’s Bible Reading Plan: Exodus 1-2