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A reflection on the greatness of the Lord's works in creation, His Word, salvation, church, and promise, inspiring praise and contemplation. Explore the majesty and power of God through His marvelous deeds. Let us not overlook the profound impact of His works but respond with obedience and gratitude.
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The Works of the LordAre Great Psalm 111:2
Background • The Psalmist praises the Lord for his great works toward Israel (Psalm 111) • The Lord’s works are … • great (v. 2) • honorable and majestic (v. 3) • wonderful to be remembered (v.4) • powerful (v. 6) • true and right (v. 7)
His Creation Is Great • The Lord’s work of creation shows the greatness of his handiwork (Psa. 19:1-2; Rom. 1:20) • Have you considered and contemplated the great and glorious beauty (design) of God’s creation (Psalm 8)?
His Word Is Great • The Lord’s work of revealing his word shows the greatness of his power (Gen. 1:3,6,9,11,14,20, 24,26; Psa. 19:7-11; 2 Cor. 4:6) • Have you considered and contemplated the great life-giving power of God’s word (Jn. 6:63; Rom. 1:16; Eph. 1:19; 1 Thess. 2:13)?
His Salvation Is Great • The Lord’s work of saving mankind shows the greatness of his love (Ex. 14:31; Deut. 11:7; Judges 2:7; Jn. 3:16; 1 Jn. 4:9-10) • Have you considered and contemplated the great love of God (Rom. 5:6-11; 6:3-4,17; Heb. 2:3)?
His Church Is Great • The Lord’s work of establishing a church shows the greatness of his sacrifice (Mt. 16:18; Acts 20:28; Eph. 5:25) • Have you considered and contemplated the great and glorious church (Eph. 3:10,21)?
His Promise Is Great • The Lord’s work of preparing heaven shows the greatness of his reward (Jn. 14:1-3; Heb. 11:10,16; Rev. 21-22) • Have you considered and contemplated the great reward reserved in heaven (Heb. 13:14-16; 2 Pet. 1:3-11; 3:8-14)?
Yes, His Works Are Great! • His creation, word, salvation, church, promise • “Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised…” (1 Chron. 16:25; Psa. 48:1; 96:4; 145:3) • Let us not ignore the greatness of God’s works all around us (Psa. 96:6), but respond in obedience • Those in heaven will one day praise the great works of the Lord (Rev. 15:3)