O WHEREFORE do the nations rage, And kings and rulers strive in vain, Against the Lord of earth and Heaven, To overthrow Messiah’s reign?
Their strength is weakness in the sight Of Him Who sits enthroned above; He speaks, and judgements fall on them Who tempt His wrath and scorn His love.
By God’s decree His Son receives The nations for His heritage; The conquering Christ shall surely reign As King of kings, from age to age.
Be wise, you rulers of the earth, And serve the Lord with godly fear; With reverent joy confess the Son While yet in mercy He is near.
Delay not, lest His anger rise, And you should perish in your way; Lo, all that put their trust in Him Are blest for all eternity.
The Psalter, 1912