Psalm 117-11.16.22

Scripture

Psalms 117:1-2 NIV

“Praise the Lord, all you nations; extol him, all you peoples. For great is his love toward us, and the faithfulness of the Lord endures forever. Praise the Lord.”

Observation-What does it say?

Psalm 117 is the shortest Psalm and shortest chapter in the Bible, but the Psalmist gives two main reasons why we must praise the Lord. (David Guzik commentary on enduringword.com)

Understanding-What does it mean?

God is worthy of our praise ALL the time!

Praise and Worship to God is not an activity based on feelings or circumstances. Why? Because both instances (our feelings and circumstances) change.

2 main reasons why we praise and worship, which the Psalmist points out, are: 1) God’s love for us. 2) His faithfulness. Both of these endure forever, throughout eternity.

Life Application

It doesn’t matter where you are right now. Give Him your worship and praise!

Dear Lord, may we honor You with our praise and worship all the time. Thank You for Your love for us and for your faithfulness. Thank You for Your promise to never leave us or forsake us. Amen.

-Michelle Gaddi