Celebrating God’s Greatness and Goodness (Psalm 145:1–21)
Psalm 145 is a beautiful song written by King David. In it, he praises God for who He is and all that He does. This psalm reminds us that God is powerful, loving, and kind to everyone. It’s a call for all of us to recognize God’s goodness and to praise Him every day.
Praising God Every Day
David starts by saying he will praise God forever. He doesn’t want to keep quiet about God’s greatness. Each day is a new chance to thank God for who He is and what He has done. It’s a reminder for us, too, to make praise a daily habit, not just something we do once in a while.
God’s Greatness Is Beyond Measure
David says that God is so great, we can’t fully understand or explain it. His power, wisdom, and love are far beyond what we can imagine. David also talks about how each generation should share stories of God’s mighty works so that others can know and remember His greatness.
Remembering God’s Goodness and Righteousness
David tells us that God is kind, patient, and full of love. He’s not quick to get angry, and He shows mercy to all people. These verses remind us that no matter who we are or what we’ve done, God’s goodness is available to us.
God Reigns Over All
God is not only great and good—He is also in charge. His kingdom will never end. David says that all of God’s creation praises Him, and His followers speak about His power and glory. Knowing that God is in control can give us peace, even in difficult times.
God Helps Those in Need
God is close to the hurting and the weak. He lifts up those who have fallen and gives food to every living creature. This shows how caring and generous God is. He notices when we are struggling and offers help and hope.
God Is Near to All Who Call on Him
David says that God is near to those who sincerely reach out to Him. He listens, protects, and blesses those who love Him. At the same time, He deals with evil fairly. This shows that God is both kind and just.
Closing Praise
David ends the psalm by saying he will speak God’s praises, and he invites everyone to do the same. It’s not just a personal song of thanks—it’s a call for all people to join in and honor God.
Living a Life of Praise
Psalm 145 is a powerful reminder that God is worthy of our praise every single day. He is great beyond our understanding, kind beyond measure, and always near when we need Him. As we go through life, may we remember to thank God often, trust Him fully, and share His goodness with others.
Psalm 145: 1-21 (WEB)
A praise psalm by David.145:1 I will exalt you, my God, the King.I will praise your name forever and ever.2 Every day I will praise you.I will extol your name forever and ever.3 Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised!His greatness is unsearchable.4 One generation will commend your works to another,and will declare your mighty acts.5 I will meditate on the glorious majesty of your honor,on your wondrous works.6 Men will speak of the might of your awesome acts.I will declare your greatness.7 They will utter the memory of your great goodness,and will sing of your righteousness.8 The LORD is gracious, merciful,slow to anger, and of great loving kindness.9 The LORD is good to all.His tender mercies are over all his works.10 All your works will give thanks to you, LORD.Your saints will extol you.11 They will speak of the glory of your kingdom,and talk about your power,12 to make known to the sons of men his mighty acts,the glory of the majesty of his kingdom.13 Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom.Your dominion endures throughout all generations.The LORD is faithful in all his words,and loving in all his deeds.14 The LORD upholds all who fall,and raises up all those who are bowed down.15 The eyes of all wait for you.You give them their food in due season.16 You open your hand,and satisfy the desire of every living thing.17 The LORD is righteous in all his ways,and gracious in all his works.18 The LORD is near to all those who call on him,to all who call on him in truth.19 He will fulfill the desire of those who fear him.He also will hear their cry, and will save them.20 The LORD preserves all those who love him,but he will destroy all the wicked.21 My mouth will speak the praise of the LORD.Let all flesh bless his holy name forever and ever.