Psalm 66

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Psalm 66 is a vibrant expression of praise and thanksgiving to God. The psalmist invites all peoples to join in shouting for joy to God, to sing praises to his name, and to declare his wonderful deeds. The psalmist recounts deliverance from hardship and oppression, and bears witness to the power and faithfulness of God.

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Shout for joy to God

1 {To the chief Musician, A Song or Psalm.} Make a joyful noise unto God, all ye lands:

2 Sing forth the honour of his name: make his praise glorious.

3 Say unto God, How terrible art thou in thy works! through the greatness of thy power shall thine enemies submit themselves unto thee.

4 All the earth shall worship thee, and shall sing unto thee; they shall sing to thy name. Selah.

5 Come and see the works of God: he is terrible in his doing toward the children of men.

6 He turned the sea into dry land: they went through the flood on foot: there did we rejoice in him.

7 He ruleth by his power for ever; his eyes behold the nations: let not the rebellious exalt themselves. Selah.

8 O bless our God, ye people, and make the voice of his praise to be heard:

9 Which holdeth our soul in life, and suffereth not our feet to be moved.

10 For thou, O God, hast proved us: thou hast tried us, as silver is tried.

11 Thou broughtest us into the net; thou laidst affliction upon our loins.

12 Thou hast caused men to ride over our heads; we went through fire and through water: but thou broughtest us out into a wealthy place.

13 I will go into thy house with burnt offerings: I will pay thee my vows,

14 Which my lips have uttered, and my mouth hath spoken, when I was in trouble.

15 I will offer unto thee burnt sacrifices of fatlings, with the incense of rams; I will offer bullocks with goats. Selah.

16 Come and hear, all ye that fear God, and I will declare what he hath done for my soul.

17 I cried unto him with my mouth, and he was extolled with my tongue.

18 If I regard iniquity in my heart, the Lord will not hear me:

19 But verily God hath heard me; he hath attended to the voice of my prayer.

20 Blessed be God, which hath not turned away my prayer, nor his mercy from me.

Commentary

Psalm 66 is an exuberant call to worship and an invitation to celebrate the goodness of God. It challenges us to remember the ways that God has delivered us in the past, and to lift up our voices in praise and gratitude. The psalmist's language is rich with imagery and emotion, painting a picture of the awe-inspiring majesty of God. The psalm reminds us that our trials and suffering are not the end of the story, and that through faith and trust in God, we can find hope and strength to persevere. Ultimately, Psalm 66 invites us to join in the chorus of creation, acknowledging the beauty and power of God, and declaring his goodness to all the earth.