Daily Bread

A Selah moment

December 16, 2008 | 12:00am

He is the King of glory. Selah. — Psalm 24:10

King David proclaimed: “The Lord of hosts, He is the King of glory” (Ps. 24:10). The word Selah was later added to the end of this psalm and many others. Some believe it refers to an instrumental interlude because the psalms were often set to music. Biblical scholars also suggest other possible meanings, including “silence,” “pause,” “interruption,” “accentuate,” “exalt,” or “end.”

Reflecting on these words can help us to take a “Selahˆ moment” to pause and worship God during the day.

Be silent and listen to the voice of God (Ps. 46:10).

Pause from a hectic schedule to be refreshed in spirit (Ps. 42:1-2).

Interrupt the day to do a spiritual inventory and be cleansed (Ps. 51:1-10).

Accentuate the joy of God’s provision through thanksgiving (Ps. 65:9-13).

Exalt the name of God for answered prayer in spite of disappointment (Ps. 40:1-3).

End the day by reflecting on the Lord’s faithfulness (Ps. 119:148).

David’s reflection on God included a Selah moment. Following his example will help us worship our God throughout the day. — Dennis Fisher

READ: Psalm 24:1-10

From your heart give God your praise For His blessings all your days;

Lift your voice to God above —

God of mercy, God of love. — Hess