Psalm 104:3b

Psalm 104:3b

Clouds, chariots, wings and wind

The idea of the Lord God riding upon the clouds is not a new one in the Psalms. “He parted the heaven and came down; dark clouds were under His feet. He mounted the cherubim and flew; He soared on the wings of the wind.” Psalm 18:9-10. “Sing to God, sing in praise of His name, extol Him who rides on the clouds, rejoice before Him – His name is the Lord.” Psalm 68:4. 

Many would say that this colourful language is just poetic and that the Lord does not ride around on clouds any more than we will – playing our harps! However, Israel had experience of God appearing and watching over them through a cloud. For instance, a pillar of cloud separated them from the Egyptians on the banks of the Red Sea. On one side it was dark and on the other it was light. A similar cloud guided the people on their wilderness journey for 40 years and they had no doubt that the Lord God was present in that cloud. When the Lord Jesus ascended from the earth to heaven, after His resurrection, “a cloud hid Him from the sight of His disciples.” Acts 1:9. In similar manner, Paul teaches, in 1Thessalonians 4:17 that, “We who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them (the resurrected saints) in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air.” 

I think we can see that this form of heavenly transport is more literal than some would have us believe and whilst the Lord God may not need a Roman emperor’s chariot for transport, the clouds are able to bear Him, and His presence in the air has been visible on occasions. Let us never forget, God created all things, if He wants to ride on the clouds, why shouldn’t He? If He wants to use the winds as His wings, He can do that too! So, keep your eyes on the clouds for He is returning soon! Hallelujah! 

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