Joe: Alright, so we're talking about Psalms 97, what can you tell me about it?

Bible Expert: Well, this Psalm is all about praising God, which is one of the major themes of the Bible. The Psalmist starts off by proclaiming that the Lord reigns, and then continues with a series of declarations of the Lord’s greatness. He talks about how the Lord is the Most High, and how His judgments are right and just. The Psalmist also emphasizes how the Lord is a consuming fire, and that His wrath is directed against evil-doers.

Joe: Wow, that sounds pretty intense. So what else stands out in this chapter?

Bible Expert: Well, the Psalmist then goes on to talk about how the righteous shall be glad and rejoice in the presence of the Lord, and how His countenance should be upon them. He also calls upon the people of the earth to worship God and to show His glory to the nations. The Psalmist then makes a final call for all the earth to be glad and sing praises to the Lord, as He has brought justice to the earth.

Joe: Wow, so it sounds like this Psalm was all about praising God and His justice.

Bible Expert: Absolutely. This is a great Psalm for reminding us of the importance of praising God and of His justice in the world. It also shows us that when we seek the Lord, He will be found and that He will bring justice to the earth.