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Psalms Chapter 66: Make a Joyful Noise
This Psalm is a hymn of praise and thanksgiving, telling of God's power and ongoing faithfulness. It also encourages both personal/community praise and unity under the universal Lordship of God. It ends with the psalmist's personal testimony.
A Global Call to Worship (Vs 1-4)
*This chapter starts with an aspiring call for all the earth to shout for joy to God, glorifying His name, and praising His wonderful deeds.
*The unnamed psalmist showcases God's universal dominion by emphasizing the fear and admiration of His name worldwide.
The Wonders of God's Deeds (Verse 5-7)
*There is an invitation for everyone to come and see the incredible deeds of God
*God turned the sea into dry land and let His people walk through it on foot.
*The psalmist emphasizes that God has watchful eyes, enduring that the nations don't rebel against His plans.
A Community's Thanksgiving and Praise (Vs 8-12)
*The people are asked to praise God, the one who has kept them from stumbling and preserved their lives.
*They recount God's testing that refines them as silver, lead them through trials, and bring them to a place of abundance.
The Psalmist's Personal Pledge (Vs 13-15)
*A personal commitment of bringing burnt offerings and to fulfill vows to God is made by the psalmist.
*The offerings will consist of ram fats, bulls, and goats.
Personal Testimony and Call to Hear (Vs 26-20)
*This Psalm ends with the sharing of a testimony of the psalmist.
*The psalmist shares that God has listened to his prayers and responded.
*The psalmist shares that his prayers are not rejected and God's love is not withheld from him.
*Others are urged to listen to this testament of God's steadfastness.
Personal Observation and Takeaways:
-Worship is a personal and universal call, acknowledging the awesomeness of our God
-Although uncomfortable, trials and challenges refine us
-Its important that we share our experiences with God's faithfulness
-Corporate worship is powerful
-It strengthens our faith when we reflect on the things that God did for us in past times
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