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“Jehovah-Tsidkenu: Righteous Ruler” – Track 11 from “The Names of God”
Song Description:
“Jehovah-Tsidkenu: Righteous Ruler,” the eleventh track of our album, explores the theme of God’s righteousness and justice. Jehovah-Tsidkenu, a name meaning “The LORD Our Righteousness,” reflects the divine justice and moral perfection of God. This song is a tribute to His role as the just ruler and the source of our righteousness.
The title “Righteous Ruler” highlights God’s supreme authority and His unwavering commitment to justice. The lyrics weave a narrative that celebrates God’s righteous nature, emphasizing how His just rule provides a foundation for moral order and redemption. It’s an invitation to listeners to find solace in God’s righteousness and to trust in His fair judgment.
Musically, “Jehovah-Tsidkenu: Righteous Ruler” is composed to evoke a sense of dignity and reverence. The melody is designed to be stately and solemn, reflecting the gravity and majesty of God’s judicial authority. The harmonies and instrumentation aim to convey a sense of awe and respect, appropriate for the song’s theme of divine righteousness.
This track serves as a reminder of God’s justice and His promise to provide righteousness for His people. It encourages worshippers to seek solace in the righteousness of Jehovah-Tsidkenu and to celebrate the justice that He embodies.
In the context of the album, “Jehovah-Tsidkenu: Righteous Ruler” adds a layer of solemnity and reverence, focusing on the righteous character of God. It’s a call to reflect on the ethical and moral aspects of God’s nature, inspiring listeners to pursue righteousness in their own lives.
Devotion for “Jehovah-Tsidkenu: Righteous Ruler” – Track 11
Scripture References:
- Jeremiah 23:5-6 – “The days are coming,” declares the Lord, “when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and he will reign as king and deal wisely and do what is just and right in the land. In his days Judah will be saved and Israel will live in safety. This is the name by which he will be called: The Lord Our Righteous Savior (Jehovah-Tsidkenu).”
- 2 Corinthians 5:21 – “God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.”
- Psalm 89:14 – “Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne; love and faithfulness go before you.”
Devotion:
“Jehovah-Tsidkenu: Righteous Ruler” invites you to meditate on God as our source of righteousness. Jehovah-Tsidkenu, meaning “The Lord Our Righteousness,” emphasizes God’s perfect justice and moral integrity.
Jeremiah 23 prophesies about a righteous Branch from David’s line, ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ. As an intercessor, this passage encourages you to see Christ as your righteousness, the One who brings wisdom, justice, and salvation. It’s a reminder to pray in alignment with God’s righteous nature, seeking His justice and rightness in all situations.
2 Corinthians 5:21 speaks to the heart of the gospel – Christ’s sacrifice made us righteous before God. In your intercessions, this truth is foundational. It’s an assurance that in Christ, you and those you pray for are made right with God, not by your own deeds but through His perfect sacrifice.
Psalm 89:14 declares that righteousness and justice are the foundation of God’s throne. This verse reinforces the idea that God’s rule is based on righteousness. As you pray, let this inform how you view God’s governance in the world and in individual lives, trusting in His righteous and just nature.
As you dwell on “Jehovah-Tsidkenu: Righteous Ruler,” let it deepen your understanding of God’s righteousness. Let this song inspire your prayers, knowing that you are calling upon Jehovah-Tsidkenu, who imparts His righteousness to us and rules with justice.
Prayer:
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, my Righteous Savior, thank You for imparting Your righteousness to me through Christ. Help me to always remember Your justice and righteousness as I pray. Guide me to seek Your righteous will in all things, trusting in Your perfect judgment and moral excellence. Amen.
This devotion is designed to enrich the spiritual journey of intercessors, drawing them closer to the concept of God as our righteousness. Feel free to adjust it to better suit the spiritual needs and context of your intercessory community.
Lyrics
Jehovah-Tsidkenu: Righteous Ruler
Verse 1
In a world of shadows, in lands of fading light,
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, Your justice shines bright.
In Your righteousness, we find our plea,
In Your perfect law, we are set free.
Chorus
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, Jehovah-Tsidkenu, Righteous Ruler, pure and true,
In Your verdict, life anew.
Our Judge, our Redeemer, in Your decree, we find grace,
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, in Your embrace.
Verse 2
Through trials and tribulations, in our darkest hour,
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, Your strength empowers.
In Your holy judgement, in Your righteous hand,
We find solace, on Your word we stand.
Chorus
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, Jehovah-Tsidkenu, Righteous Ruler, pure and true,
In Your verdict, life anew.
Our Judge, our Redeemer, in Your decree, we find grace,
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, in Your embrace.
Bridge
In every heart’s cry, in every sinner’s plea,
Your righteousness, our key to be free.
In Your holy verdict, in Your justice divine,
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, forever we entwine.
Chorus
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, Jehovah-Tsidkenu, Righteous Ruler, pure and true,
In Your verdict, life anew.
Our Judge, our Redeemer, in Your decree, we find grace,
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, in Your embrace.
Outro
As the stars declare Your glory, as Your creation bows,
In Your righteousness, every knee allows.
In every breath, in every righteous melody,
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, in You, we’re free.
Chord Chart
Jehovah-Tsidkenu: Righteous Ruler
Am F G Em
Am F G Em
Verse 1
Am F G Em
In a world of shadows, in lands of fading light,
Am F G Em
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, Your justice shines bright.
F G
In Your righteousness, we find our plea,
Am F G
In Your perfect law, we are set free.
Chorus
Am F G Em F
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, Jehovah-Tsidkenu, Righteous Ruler, pure and true,
Dm E
In Your verdict, life anew.
Am F G Em Dm
Our Judge, our Redeemer, in Your decree, we find grace,
Em Am
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, in Your embrace.
Verse 2
Am F G Em
Through trials and tribulations, in our darkest hour,
Am F G Em
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, Your strength empowers.
F C D
In Your holy judgement, in Your righteous hand,
Em F G
We find solace, on Your word we stand.
Chorus
Am F G Em F
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, Jehovah-Tsidkenu, Righteous Ruler, pure and true,
Dm E
In Your verdict, life anew.
Am F G Em Dm
Our Judge, our Redeemer, in Your decree, we find grace,
Em Am
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, in Your embrace.
Bridge
F G Em
In every heart’s cry, in every sinner’s plea,
Am F G Em
Your righteousness, our key to be free.
F C Dm
In Your holy verdict, in Your justice divine,
Em A m
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, forever we entwine.
Chorus
Am F G Em F
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, Jehovah-Tsidkenu, Righteous Ruler, pure and true,
Dm E
In Your verdict, life anew.
Am F G Em Dm
Our Judge, our Redeemer, in Your decree, we find grace,
Em Am
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, in Your embrace.
Outro
Am F G Em
As the stars declare Your glory, as Your creation bows,
Am F G Em
In Your righteousness, every knee allows.
Am F G
In every breath, in every righteous melody,
Em Dm Em Am
Jehovah-Tsidkenu, in You, we’re free.
Am F G Em
F Dm E Am