11/4/13 Psalms 2:8 God Will Give the Nations to You for an Inheritance

Psalms 2:8 (NAS)

Ask of Me, and I will surely give the nations as Thine inheritance, And the very ends of the earth as Thy possession.

 

                Psalms 2:8 (NIVUS)

Ask of me, and I will make the nations your inheritance, the ends of the earth your possession.

 
Many people assume that they should not ask much of the Most High God. They think He is too busy to care about their seemingly small and petty concerns.  That, however, is not how the Almighty thinks.  He wants His children and people to ask Him for big and impossible things, for He is the only one who can grant them. This will bring Him glory and honor.
 
One thing that you can seek and request from the Lord God is that He would give you nations.  But what exactly does that mean? Probably the most important meaning is that God will allow you to win others to Him.  You will be able to share your faith and others will positively respond.  In this way, you will help to expand the kingdom of God.
 
However, you do not need to limit this verse to that meaning.  In another sense it means that God will cause you to rise and be exalted in triumph. You will increase in wealth and notoriety.  You will receive favor from unexpected sources.  In every area, your name will be lifted up.  You will be blessed with possessions and an inheritance.  The Lord will divide the lands of your enemies and set you upon that property.  From one end of the earth to the other, you will be known; your wealth, lands, and influence will be great to all peoples.
 
Therefore, do not neglect to inquire of the Lord. He will do great and mighty things for you.

 

(Originally written 6/5/06)