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Psalm 24 – Who Is the King of Glory?

Psalm 24 is a powerful declaration of God's sovereignty, holiness, and glory. It combines worship, reflection, and prophetic insight pointing to Christ as the eternal King.

🔸 1. Clean Hearts and Pure Intentions (Psalm 24:3–6)

“Who shall ascend into the hill of the LORD? or who shall stand in his holy place?
He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart...” (v3–4)

Spiritual cleanliness is required to draw near to God.
Participants are urged to examine their hearts, renounce hidden sins, and approach God with sincere motives.
Clean hands = Right actions.
Pure heart = Right intentions.
God desires both righteous behavior and holy desires.

🔸 2. Jesus – The Eternal King of Kings (Isaiah 9:6, Psalm 24, Revelation 7)

“And the government shall be upon His shoulder...” (Isaiah 9:6)
“The Lord strong and mighty... He is the King of Glory.” (Psalm 24:8,10)

Jesus is not like earthly kings – His kingdom has no end.
Isaiah 9:6 reveals His divine nature: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, etc.
Psalm 24 shows Jesus’ rightful ownership of the earth.
Revelation 7 describes global worship around the throne of the Lamb.

🔸 3. Righteousness vs. Holiness (Romans 3:22, 1 Peter 1:15–16)

Righteousness = Our position in Christ, received by faith (Romans 3:22).
Holiness = Our daily practice, being set apart (1 Peter 1:15–16).
We are made righteous instantly, but we grow in holiness over time.
Believers are urged to pursue holiness through the power of the Holy Spirit, not just rely on identity.

🔸 4. The King of Glory – Historical and Prophetic (Psalm 24:7–10, 2 Samuel 6)

“Lift up your heads, O ye gates... and the King of glory shall come in.” (Psalm 24:7)

Literal meaning: Gates of Jerusalem welcoming the Ark of the Covenant (2 Samuel 6).
Spiritual meaning: Our hearts must be open to welcome Jesus as Lord.
The return of the Ark foreshadows Christ’s exaltation and heavenly welcome after His resurrection.
Jesus is the Lord of Hosts—Commander of Heaven’s armies and ruler of all.

🔸 5. Worship and God's Character (John 4:23–24)

“True worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth...”

Worship must be based on truth, not just emotion.
Knowing who God is—His majesty, holiness, and grace—leads to deep and sincere worship.
Imoledayo emphasized that worship must flow from revelation, not performance.
Shallow worship fades; true worship transforms.

🔸 6. The Power of Jesus’ Blood and Satan’s Accusation (Jude 1:9, Revelation 12:10–11)

“They overcame him by the blood of the Lamb…” (Revelation 12:11)

Satan is called the accuser of the brethren (Rev 12:10).
Like in Jude 1:9, he tries to resist God’s people—but Jesus’ blood defends us.
The blood of Jesus nullifies every legal accusation.
Believers are reminded to stand boldly in Christ’s victory and reject condemnation.

🔹 Final Reflection: Who Is the King of Glory?

He is the Lord, strong and mighty (v8).
He is the Lord of Hosts, the commander of Heaven’s armies (v10).
He is Jesus Christ, the eternal, victorious, and exalted King.

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Who Is the King of Glory? – A Revelation from Psalm 24

Psalm 24 is one of the most majestic and prophetic psalms in the Bible. Written by King David, it presents a picture of God's holiness, power, and glory, and it prophetically points to Jesus Christ as the eternal King of Glory. This article explores the depth of this psalm and connects it with other parts of Scripture to show who the King of Glory truly is—and how we are called to respond.

🔸 1. Clean Hearts and Pure Intentions

Psalm 24:3–6

“Who may ascend the mountain of the Lord? Who may stand in His holy place?
The one who has clean hands and a pure heart…”

Before talking about glory and kingship, Psalm 24 begins by emphasizing spiritual cleanliness. We cannot truly experience God's presence or glory unless our hearts are right with Him.

Clean hands represent our outward actions.
Pure hearts reflect our inward motives.
God's people are called to examine themselves, lay aside hidden sins, and seek sincere devotion. Only then can we ascend to His holy place.

This is not about perfection—but about pursuing a life that honors God in both word and deed.

🔸 2. Jesus – The Eternal King of Kings

Isaiah 9:6, Psalm 24, Revelation 7

Psalm 24 powerfully declares,

“The Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle… He is the King of Glory.”

Jesus Christ is not just a Savior—He is a King. Isaiah 9:6 describes Him as:

Wonderful Counselor
Mighty God
Everlasting Father
Prince of Peace

These names are not just titles—they reveal His divine nature and His eternal reign. Psalm 24 reminds us that the earth belongs to Him, and Revelation 7 gives a glimpse of the universal worship that surrounds His throne.

Unlike earthly kings, Jesus reigns forever, and His kingdom knows no end.

🔸 3. Righteousness vs. Holiness

Romans 3:22, 1 Peter 1:15–16

There is a vital distinction between righteousness and holiness that every believer must understand:

Righteousness is our right standing with God, received by faith in Christ (Romans 3:22).
Holiness is our daily lifestyle, where we live set apart for God (1 Peter 1:15–16).

We are made righteous through Jesus, but we are called to grow in holiness through obedience and the power of the Holy Spirit. Holiness is the evidence of a heart that truly honors the King of Glory.

🔸 4. The King of Glory – Historical and Prophetic

Psalm 24:7–10, 2 Samuel 6

“Lift up your heads, O you gates… and the King of Glory shall come in.”

This part of Psalm 24 has both a historical meaning and a prophetic revelation:

Historically, it refers to the Ark of the Covenant entering Jerusalem (2 Samuel 6), a moment of celebration and reverence.
Spiritually, it speaks of welcoming Christ into our hearts and lives.

The gates symbolize access points—whether in the city or in our soul. The psalm calls us to open up fully to Jesus, allowing Him to reign in every area of our lives. The return of the Ark foreshadowed Jesus’ victorious entrance into heaven after His resurrection.

🔸 5. Worship and God's Character

John 4:23–24

“True worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and in truth…”

Worship is not just singing or emotion. It is the overflow of knowing who God is.

As we understand God’s majesty, holiness, and grace, our worship deepens. Worship that touches God's heart is not about performance or hype—it’s about truth and intimacy.

As Imoledayo shared, worship must not be based on feelings alone but on the revelation of God's character. That’s what stirs lasting devotion.

🔸 6. The Power of Jesus’ Blood and Satan’s Accusation

Jude 1:9, Revelation 12:10–11

“They overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony…”

Satan is the accuser of believers. He tries to remind us of our failures. But Scripture reminds us that the blood of Jesus silences every accusation.

In Jude 1:9, we see Satan disputing over Moses’ body. But God’s authority prevails. Likewise, the blood of Christ covers us, defends us, and gives us boldness.

Every believer must stand firm in their identity in Christ and reject condemnation. The King of Glory has already won the battle.

🔹 Final Thought: Let the King of Glory In

Psalm 24 ends with a powerful declaration:

“Who is this King of Glory? The Lord of Hosts, He is the King of Glory!”

This is not just a question—it is an invitation.

Will you open the gates of your heart to the King?
Will you live in holiness and worship Him in truth?
Will you honor His reign in every part of your life?

The King of Glory is not far away. He is at the door—strong, mighty, and ready to fill your life with His presence. Let Him in today.

WHO IS THE KING OF GLORY