Psalms 63:2

“To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary.”

Certainly! Here is a Bible study on Psalm 63:2 (KJV):Psalm 63:2 (KJV) says: “To see thy power and thy glory, so as I have seen thee in the sanctuary.”

1. Context:Psalm 63 is attributed to King David and is often referred to as a psalm of longing for God’s presence and seeking Him in times of distress. David wrote this psalm while he was in the wilderness of Judah, possibly during the time he was fleeing from King Saul.

2. Longing for God’s Presence:In verse 1, David expresses his deep longing for God, acknowledging that he thirsts for Him and his soul earnestly seeks God. This verse sets the tone for the entire psalm, where David demonstrates his intense desire to be in God’s presence.

3. Desire to See God’s Power and Glory:In verse 2, David expresses his longing to see God’s power and glory. The power of God refers to His mighty acts, His strength, and His ability to work wonders. The glory of God refers to His splendour, magnificence, and the revelation of His divine attributes. David desires to witness firsthand the manifestations of God’s power and the display of His glory.

4. Comparison to the Sanctuary:David mentions seeing God’s power and glory “as I have seen thee in the sanctuary.” The sanctuary in the Old Testament was the holy place where God’s presence dwelled, particularly referring to the tabernacle or later the temple. It was a place of worship, sacrifice, and the centre of Israel’s religious life. David likely recalls his experiences in the sanctuary, where he had witnessed God’s power and glory through the various rituals, sacrifices, and encounters with God’s presence.

5. Application:As believers, we can relate to David’s longing for God’s presence and his desire to witness His power and glory. In our personal lives, we may experience wilderness seasons, times of spiritual dryness, or moments of distress. During such times, it is crucial to seek God wholeheartedly and earnestly long for His presence. We can draw near to Him through prayer, worship, and studying His Word. Just as David sought to see God’s power and glory, we can also seek to experience God’s presence and witness His mighty works in our lives.

6. Encountering God Today:Unlike David, we do not have a physical sanctuary where God’s presence resides. However, through Jesus Christ, we have access to God’s presence anytime, anywhere. In the New Testament, believers are referred to as the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 3:16), and God’s presence dwells within us. We can experience His power and glory through the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives, the study of Scripture, fellowship with other believers, and a vibrant prayer life.