Open the Gates...

7Lift up your heads, O gates!
And be lifted up, O ancient doors,
that the King of glory may come in.
8Who is this King of glory?
The LORD, strong and mighty,
the LORD, mighty in battle!
9Lift up your heads, O gates!
And lift them up, O ancient doors,
that the King of glory may come in.
10Who is this King of glory?
The LORD of hosts,
he is the King of glory!
Selah
Psalm 24:7-10


This Psalm was used in corporate worship. Some believe that they actually re-enacted this Psalm at the temple. A group of people would stand outside shouting, "Lift up your heads, O gates! And be lifted up, O ancient doors, that the King of glory may come in." Those inside would ask, "Who is this King of glory?" Those outside would reply, "The LORD, strong and mighty, the LORD, mighty in battle!" The gates would then open up, representing the people's desire for the presence of God.


THAT'S a worship service.