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Psalms Chapter 111 (WBT)

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Psalms 111 – The Works of the LORD
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1 Praise ye the LORD. I will praise the LORD with my whole heart, in the assembly of the upright, and in the congregation.

2 The works of the LORD are great, sought out by all them that have pleasure in them.

3 His work is honorable and glorious: and his righteousness endureth for ever.

4 He hath made his wonderful works to be remembered: the LORD is gracious and full of compassion.

5 He hath given food to them that fear him: he will ever be mindful of his covenant.

6 He hath shown his people the power of his works, that he may give them the heritage of the heathen.

7 The works of his hands are verity and judgment; all his commandments are sure.

8 They stand fast for ever and ever, and are done in truth and uprightness.

9 He sent redemption to his people: he hath commanded his covenant for ever: holy and reverend is his name.

10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth for ever.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main theme of Psalm 111?
It's a praise psalm celebrating the greatness of God's works, his covenant faithfulness, and his provision for his people (vv.2-9).
What does verse 10 mean by "the fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom"?
V.10 states that reverence for God is the starting point of wisdom, adding that "a good understanding have all they that do his commandments." A near-identical line opens Proverbs 1:7.
What specific works of God does the psalm mention?
It highlights God giving "meat unto them that fear him" (v.5), remembering his covenant, and sending "redemption unto his people" (v.9).

Today's Verse

Ye are of `your' father the devil, and the lusts of your father it is your will to do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and standeth not in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaketh a lie, he speaketh of his own: for he is a liar, and the father thereof.

John 8:44 | ASV

Verse Of The Day

Its closing line that the fear of the LORD is 'the beginning of wisdom' is echoed almost word for word in Proverbs 1:7, and the theme of blessing continues in Psalms 112.