In Psalm 144:2, the Psalmist exclaims, “He is my loving God and my fortress, my stronghold and my deliverer, my shield, in whom I take refuge, who subdues peoples under me.” This powerful declaration emphasizes the multifaceted nature of God’s protection and guidance—He is not just a distant deity; rather, He is intimately involved in the lives of those who seek Him. The Psalmist acknowledges God as a fortress, a stronghold, and a deliverer, highlighting the safety and security found in Him. As a shield, He provides defense against adversities, and His act of subduing peoples signifies His sovereignty and control over the nations, reminding us of His omnipotent rule. God’s sovereignty is further illustrated through the history of redemption, which is intricately tied to human governance. Every aspect of creation was spoken into existence in accordance with His divine law, covenants, and pronouncements of curses. The Psalmist underscores that the goodness of God, manifested in salvation, is ultimately realized through the unification of all things under these six key axioms. Terms that describe God’s saving grace—such as shield, rock, deliverer, refuge, goodness, praise, and fortress—can only fully resonate when God reestablishes all relationships in perfect harmony and unity, reflecting their true value. As humanity fell into sin, there was a tragic shift; man began to redefine God’s law, engendering a new form of governance that became entrenched in societal norms and passed down from one generation to the next. The Psalmist teaches that the power of the curse remains present within God’s eternal government. This government actively works to dismantle the evolution of distorted interpretations of His law. The power of lawful governance can counteract the rise of evil regimes, executed through the ultimate curse of war. As God’s elect confront evil, they invoke the curse against injustice, which often culminates in the demise of opposition in conflict. In this context, the pronouncements of God’s perfect law are affirmed as “yea and amen,” underscoring the unwavering truth of His decrees. God’s spiritual kingdom operates on this earth, transcending earthly kingdoms through the life-and-death pronouncements enshrined in the six axioms. Following the fall, God cursed creation in response to Adam’s sin, extending the authority of that curse through written judgments that highlight the violation of His law. Sin disrupted humanity’s ability to govern creation effectively, yet through the incarnation, God reestablished the authority of man. In the pre-fall state, humanity possessed unfettered power to rule, empowered by God’s law and appointed as sovereigns over the earth. Each individual was endowed with the dignity and responsibility of kingship, guided by God’s eternal law, which ensures perfect unity in all relationships while affirming His rightful rule over creation. The mandate to govern the earth was realized in Israel, encompassing the protection of borders, the education of new generations in proclaiming the six axioms, and the promotion of unity through holistic growth. This approach was designed to invite the blessings of God, ensuring the fruitfulness of His creation while also invoking the curse to silence crime and foster safety within the nation’s walls, guarding against external threats. In this manner, the kingdom of God was reestablished through His salvific work, unifying all facets of existence in adherence to His law. The attributes of salvation—embodied in the perfect execution of God’s law, curses, and covenants—come together to reflect the fullness of His purpose in redeeming and restoring His creation. The overarching theme of these Psalms reveals that God has created all things according to His divine law, covenants, statutes, curses, decrees, and promises. In His wisdom, He has granted humanity the authority to rule the world, a responsibility rooted in the six foundational pronouncements that define our relationship with Him and His creation. As long as humanity aligns its thoughts and actions with God’s will, we are empowered to articulate and enact His words, avoiding the pitfalls that lead to destruction. This Psalm teaches that the original mandate to rule the earth is firmly established within the framework of God’s eternal governance. The kingdom of God, therefore, is woven into the very fabric of His work throughout the history of redemption, as He strives to restore all things to their intended order through the establishment of His law. Moreover, the Psalmist emphasizes that God has chosen His earthly nation by endowing them with His law. This lawful nation serves as the driving force through which God orchestrates the history of redemption. The gift of the law signifies God’s commitment to establishing His covenants, curses, statutes, and decrees to foster unity and success within the nation of Israel. In this way, God established the creation ordinance, positioning Israel as a new garden where He could reorder all things to function in harmony, ultimately restoring humanity’s rightful authority over creation. In verse 3, the Psalmist poses a profound question: “O LORD, what is man that you care for him, the son of man that you think of him?” This rhetorical inquiry reflects a deep sense of humility and wonder at the relationship between the Creator and humanity. The Psalmist draws a parallel to the original command given to mankind in the Garden of Eden, where God instructed Adam to subdue the earth and govern over His creation. This theme is echoed in Psalm 8, where the Psalmist similarly contemplates humanity’s place in God’s grand design: “What is man that you are mindful of him, the son of man that you care for him? You made him a little lower than the heavenly beings and crowned him with glory and honor.” Here, the Psalmist acknowledges that although humanity is small and fragile, God has bestowed upon us a significant role, crowning us with dignity and authority in His creation.