SCRIPTURE: PSALM 145
MEMORY VERSES:
“Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom.” (Psalm 145:3)
“The Lord is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love. The Lord is good to all; he has compassion on all he has made.” (Psalm 145:8-9)
“The Lord is righteous in all his ways and loving toward all he has made. The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth. He fulfills the desires of those who fear him; he hears their cry and saves them.” (Psalm 145:17-19)
“The Lord watches over all who love him, but all the wicked he will destroy.” (Psalm 145:20)
“My mouth will speak in praise of the Lord. Let every creature praise his holy name for ever and ever.” (Psalm 145:21)
REASONS WHY DAVID PRAISED THE LORD AND EXTOLLED HIS NAME:
- His greatness no one can fathom. (v. 3)
- His works and mighty acts. (v. 4)
- His glorious splendor of majesty and wonderful works. (v. 6)
- His abundant goodness and righteousness. (v. 7)
- His graciousness and compassion. (v. 8)
- His mighty acts and glorious kingdom. (v. 12)
- His dominion and everlasting kingdom. (v. 13)
- His faithfulness and love. (v. 13)
- His promises at the proper time. (v. 15)
- His open hands to satisfy the desires of every living thing. (v. 16)
- His righteousness in all his ways. (v. 17)
- His presence to all who call on him. (v. 18)
- His assurance to hear the cry and saves those who fear him. (v. 19)
- His care to watch over all those who love him. (v.20)
THOUGHTS:
When David was standing at the intersection of life’s road, he meditated on the Lord and praised him for his greatness, grace, goodness, glory and generosity. If you are bending under a burden and are about to fall, turn to God for help. Remember that He is a great God full of glory, splendor and majesty. He is righteous, kind, merciful, patient, loving and compassionate. He rules an everlasting kingdom and he is ready to lift you up and bear your burden.