An acrostic Psalm.....22 verses, the first beginning with the first letter of the Hebrew alphabet, and each successive verse with the next letter. This is a great learning tool.....making me think this Psalm was used in teaching.
"I will praise the Lord with my whole heart," in very public places, all the time. Not lip service, not compartmentalized praise reserved only for 'worship' services, not only at church on Sunday's.....but praise that bubbles up all the time for the God whose great works are visible.
I really stopped on this...."the works of the Lord are great, studied by all who have pleasure in them./" 'Studied' ......examined, learned, wanting to know/experience more......'study' implies intent. Deliberate thought. We usually study things that are of interest or delight to us.
All He has done is good and right. His ways are never questionable. He is full of compassion, ever mindful of His covenant.....caring for His people in ways that demonstrate His greatness.
Again.....His works flow from His character.....True. Just. Never wavering. Everlasting.
He has redeemed His people, and covenented with them forever.
And to that, the Psalmist responds (in today's language) "How awesome is that!"
Indeed, Holy and awesome is his Name (character).
Study notes stated that verse 10 could be the motto for the book of Proverbs:
"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.
A good understanding have all those who do His commandments.
His praise endures forever.".
If you would be wise......fear Him. Have a right understanding of who He is and what He has done. Love Him and His word. Be obedient to His commands.
Study Him.
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