Although a short chapter, Psalm 93 is a case for trusting God and for building our lives upon His authority. Meditating on this passage can convict us, but it can also bolster our confidence in God.

We live in a very dynamic culture. Our sense of morality has changed drastically in the past decade, and it will continue to change with time. Our modern culture attempts to tell us that truth is relative, or that only parts of the Bible are true, and that modern concepts of morality are so much more advanced than anything in the Bible. Oftentimes, we can begin to buy into what culture is telling us without even realizing that it is slowly chipping away at our relationship with God. We can start to care more about what culture or society says about us, rather than what God says about us. We can disregard parts of the Bible that modern culture condemns, instead of asking God for His revelation and understanding of His Word. We can make our decisions based on worldly counsel, rather than consulting God first. Again, Psalm 93 makes a case for trusting God and for placing our lives under His authority, rather than under the authority of culture.

The first few verses describe who God is. He is robed in majesty—the embodiment of integrity, uprightness, and dignity. His belt is of strength—he does not waver or change. This is particularly important for the next verses, which clarify that God’s throne is established and eternal. His character is unchanging. His words are irrevocable. Floods may rise up, and our culture may change like waves in the sea (v. 3), but our God is mighty and His word is established (v. 4). This chapter concludes with the line, “Your decrees are very trustworthy.” Even though everything around us changes, God’s character and rule are unchanging and will never be outdated or irrelevant. 

If we truly believe that God has not changed throughout history, and that He is mightier than any storm or whim, we must approach our lives differently. In Matthew 7:24-27, Jesus tells a story about people who build their houses on the rock or on the sand. When the waves and storms come, the house built on sand is washed away, while the house built on the rock remains. If we live under God’s rule and His alone, we can live confidently, boldly, and with clarity and purpose. If we choose to listen to culture, we build our lives on the sand. Popular opinion will then shape our concept of morality and our lives, leading to anxiety, emptiness, and the meaningless pursuit of some undefined end. Abandon the rule of culture—seek refuge, security, and purpose in our Father, who cares for us and will never change.