God Omnipotent reigns!

The Lord rules forever.
    He has set up his throne so that He can judge people.
8 He rules the world in keeping with what is right.
    He judges all its people fairly.
9 The Lord is a place of safety for those who have been treated badly.
    He keeps them safe in times of trouble.
10 Lord, those who know you will trust in you.
    You have never deserted those who look to you. (Psalm 9:7-10)

When Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in 1865, future President James Garfield happened to be visiting in New York. Known as one of the president’s closest friends and most trusted political and military advisors, he was implored by city officials to address the agitated throngs that had gathered in the streets. He climbed aloft a scaffold and somehow won the crowd’s attention. He simply said, “My fellow citizens, the president is dead, but the republic lives — and God Omnipotent reigns.” To the astonishment of all, the mob quietly and quickly dispersed.

When the Nation was in sudden transition in 1865, the future President stood tall and proclaimed ,  "God Omnipotent reigns!" He still reigns today . . .as He did when David wrote these words. Charles Spurgeon's Treasury of David reads this way concerning verse 8: Whatever earthly courts may do, heaven's throne ministers judgment in uprightness. Partiality and respect of persons are things unknown in the dealings of the Holy One of Israel. How the prospect of appearing before the impartial tribunal of the Great King should act as a check to us when tempted to sin, and as a comfort when we are slandered or oppressed. 

God still reigns. He still rules. He still protects! This is a promise, a warning, and a comfort!