-Psalm 33:3
Summary of Psalms chapter 33:
This is a psalm of praise; David was the author of it. He in this psalm,
1. Calls upon the righteous to praise God, Psalm 33:1-3.
2. Furnishes us with matter for praise. We must praise God. For his justice, goodness, and truth, appearing in his word, and in all his works, Psalm 33:4-5.
3. For his power appearing in the work of creation, Psalm 33:6-9.
4. For the sovereignty of his providence in the government of the world, Psalm 33:10-17.
5. For the peculiar favour which he bears to his own chosen people, which encourages them to trust in him and again, Psalm 33:18-22.
We need not be at a loss for proper thoughts in singing this psalm, which so naturally expresses the pious affections of a devout soul towards God.
Today’s Verse:
Religious songs are the proper expressions of thankful praise; those are here required : "Sing unto him a new song, the best you have, not that which by frequent use is worn, thread-bare, but that which, being new, is most likely to move the affections, a new song for new mercies and upon every new occasion, for those compassions which are new every morning.’’
Sing unto him with the psaltery. "Do it skillfully, and with a loud noise; let it have the best both of head and heart; let it be done intelligently and with a clear head, affectionately and with a warm heart.’’
For praise is comely for the upright. It is well pleasing to God and it is an excellent ornament to our profession. It becomes the upright, whom God has put so much honour upon, to give honour to him. The upright praise God in a comely manner, for they praise him with their hearts, that is praising him with their glory; whereas the praises of hypocrites are awkward and uncomely, like a parable in the mouth of fools, Proverbs 26:7
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank you for the blessing of seeing another Sunday and holy day. I lift up to you all who love and care for and ask you to bless them and meet their needs. May your peace and joy fill my cup to overflowing and may your grace sustain me. Thank you for being my healer, protector and provider and for every good thing that comes from your hands. I commit this day to you and ask you to go before me.
Once again, I pray to you that you be with your son Bro Paul Sudhakar while he is delivering word of God. Speak to me through him. And bless me to have undivided focus and receive your word without any distractions. In the name of Jesus, Amen