Psalms 146

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1 Alleluia, a Psalm of Haggai and Zechariah. Praise ye the Lord: for psalmody is a good thing; Let praise be sweetly sung to our God. 2 The Lord builds up Jerusalem; And he will gather together the dispersed of Israel. 3 He heals the broken in heart, And binds up their wounds. 4 He numbers the multitudes of stars; And calls them all by names. 5 Great is our Lord, and great is his strength; And his understanding is infinite. 6 The Lord lifts up the meek; But brings sinners down to the ground. 7 Begin the song with thanksgiving to the Lord; Sing praises on the harp to our God: 8 Who covers the heaven with clouds, Who prepares rain for the earth, Who causes grass to spring up on the mountains, And green herb for the service of men; 9 And gives to cattle their food, And to the young ravens that call upon him. 10 He will not take pleasure in the strength of a horse; Neither is he well pleased with the legs of a man. 11 The Lord takes pleasure in them that fear him, And in all that hope in his mercy.

What Is This Chapter About?

Theme: Trusting in God's Sovereignty

Psalms 146 is a call to trust in God's sovereignty and provision, rather than in human leaders or earthly powers. The chapter emphasizes God's character as a helper of the oppressed, a healer of the brokenhearted, and a lover of righteousness. By trusting in God, believers can find true hope and security in a world filled with uncertainty and injustice.

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Psalms 146:5 "Blessed is he whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the Lord his God"

This verse is central to the chapter because it highlights the importance of trusting in God's sovereignty and provision. The psalmist emphasizes that those who trust in God are blessed, because they have a rock-solid foundation for their hope and security. This verse sets the tone for the rest of the chapter, which contrasts the limitations of human leaders with the power and faithfulness of God.

Key Words in Psalms 146

"the Lord"

The psalmist uses this phrase to emphasize God's sovereignty and provision, highlighting His power and faithfulness as the ultimate source of hope and security.

"the oppressed"

The psalmist describes God's care for the oppressed, highlighting His justice and compassion for those who are marginalized and vulnerable.

"the blind"

The psalmist uses this phrase to describe those who are spiritually blind, emphasizing God's power to give sight to those who are lost and without hope.

"the righteous"

The psalmist describes God's love for the righteous, highlighting His commitment to justice and righteousness in all that He does.

Christ in This Chapter

While Psalms 146 does not explicitly mention Christ, it points to the character and work of God, which is fulfilled in Jesus Christ. As the ultimate expression of God's sovereignty and provision, Christ is the one who executes justice for the oppressed, heals the brokenhearted, and loves the righteous. In (Psalms 146:7-8), the psalmist describes God's care for the oppressed and the blind, which is fulfilled in Christ's ministry to the marginalized and the outcast. By trusting in Christ, believers can find true hope and security in a world filled with uncertainty and injustice. (John 14:6 · Hebrews 4:15)

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