PSALM 67

Ps 67:1-7. A prayer that, by God's blessing on His people, His salvation and praise may be extended over the earth.

1. cause his face to shine-show us favor (Nu 6:24, 25; Ps 31:16).

2 That thy way may be known upon earth, thy saving health among all nations.

2. thy way-of gracious dealing (Isa 55:8), as explained by-

saving health-or literally, "salvation."

3 Let the people praise thee, O God; let all the people praise thee.

3-5. Thanks will be rendered for the blessings of His wise and holy government (compare Isa 2:3, 4; 11:4).

4 O let the nations be glad and sing for joy: for thou shalt judge the people righteously, and govern the nations upon earth. Selah.

5 Let the people praise thee, O God; let all the people praise thee.

6 Then shall the earth yield her increase; and God, even our own God, shall bless us.

6, 7. The blessings of a fruitful harvest are mentioned as types of greater and spiritual blessings, under which all nations shall fear and love God.

7 God shall bless us; and all the ends of the earth shall fear him.