Psalms 100

These psalms challenge the doubts created by the exile (see Psalm 89) and answer the questions asked in Psalm 90:11, 13. The Lord has established a kingdom (Psalm 93) that is characterized by:

• punishment of the wicked (Psalm 94),

• respectful obedience among his people (Psalm 95),

• justice for the poor (Psalm 96),

• celebration in Zion (Psalm 97),

• salvation for Israel (Psalm 98),

• holiness (Psalm 99), and

• praise (Psalm 100).

This psalm calls all nations to come to Jerusalem to worship the Lord and acknowledge his goodness to Israel.

• The Lord is the one who determines who his people are.

• the sheep of His pasture: God will guide and protect his people (Psalm 23:1, 4).

Gates and courts were part of the temple in Jerusalem.