Blessed be the LORD God of Israel from everlasting to everlasting: and let all the people say, Amen. Praise ye the LORD. “Psalms 106:48′
The psalmist concludes Psalm 106 with a final call to praise the Lord, the God of Israel, for His steadfast love and faithfulness to His people. The psalm recounts the history of Israel’s rebellion against God, but it also reveals God’s constant mercy towards them. The final verse acknowledges that the Lord alone is worthy of praise, and it is a fitting end to a psalm that both acknowledges the sins of the people and celebrates God’s unwavering love for them.
David’s recollection in this section, starting with suffering and pain, touches on various emotions as he remembers God’s covenant with Abraham and his descendants. He reflects on the nation’s early days, Joseph’s ascension to power, and the Plagues of Egypt, which led to the Passover, the Exodus, the journey through the wilderness, their entry into the Promised Land, and the numerous occasions of Israel’s disobedience.
David, the Psalmist, concludes this fourth section with a warning against ingratitude, murmuring, self-will, idolatry, and disobedience. Despite this, he ends on a joyful note, offering much of praise and thanksgiving in response to the rapturous rejoicing that he experiences. AMEN! Praise the LORD!
Prayer:
Dear almighty Heavenly Father, I give thanks to You and praise Your holy name, for You are good and Your mercy endures forever. As I reflect on Your faithfulness throughout history, I am reminded of Your steadfast love for Your people. Help me to remember Your covenant and to trust in Your promises. May the earth be filled with Your glory as the waters cover the sea, and may I live each day in the light of Your grace and truth. I pray this throughout the mighty glorious name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.
Much LoVe, JoY, Peace and blessings through Jesus Christ, our wonderful, almighty, dear caring Lord, Saviour and Redeemer, in who we faithfully abide, trust, believe and abundantly do receive throughout His marvelous righteous Word and His truth fulfilling Holy Spirit
