Psalm 66

 


Psalm 66 is another one of the psalm songs.  It begins with a universal call to all the earth to give God praise (v. 1-7), then shifts to a community call to God's people to praise Him (v. 8-12), and closes with the psalmist's individual praise and thanksgiving to God (v. 13-20).  May we all shout for joy to God and sing praises to His glorious name!

Following are some reflections that may be beneficial to consider when meditating on this psalm:

  • Verses 1-7
    • These verses are a call to give God praise and worship for who He is (i.e., "His name") and for what He has done (i.e., His awesome deeds).  
      • What names of God point to attributes that I want to praise Him for at this time?
      • What has God done for me that I want to praise Him for at this time? [NOTE:  "turned the sea into dry land" (v. 6) refers to parting the Red Sea when the Israelites were delivered from slavery in Egypt, which ultimately points to our deliverance from slavery to sin through the blood of the Lamb]
    • In what ways does it bring me comfort to be reminded that God "rules by His might forever" and "keeps watch on the nations" (v. 7)?
  • Verses 8-12
    • Why is it important for God's people to "let the sound of His praise be heard" (v. 8)?
    • What do these verses show me about praising God not only for the ways He preserves me (v. 9) but also for the testing I experience (v. 10-12)?
  • Verses 13-20
    • The psalmist gives thanks and praise to God through actions (v. 13-15) as well as through words (v. 16-20).  How can I offer to God praise through my deeds and words as well?

If you would like to meditate on this psalm through music as well, following is a link to a YouTube vide    

  • "You are Great" (Psalm 66) by Robbie Seay Band:  Link

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