Psalm 2

It took me about 2 minutes to read this psalm. In verses 10 and 11 the psalmist offers some wise guidance to the rulers of the nations. If a ruler were to serve the God of Israel not out of compulsion but in respect of who God is I wonder what traits would stand out? Honesty and integrity would be paramount. There might be a greater emphasis on the people of the nation rather than the position of the leader. The government might restrain itself in many ways previously never considered. That leader's legacy might not shake the foundations of the world, but the people would know that they had been privelegded to live under such a wise and benevolent leader. The psalmist says that God would bless such a leader.
Stuart