Psalms 33
FBMeyerPsalms 33:1-12
“ The Word of Jehovah” Psalms 33:1-12 This psalm is eminently calculated to incite praise. Let us note the subjects which are touched upon, in the hope that presently one may strike a spark at which our cold hearts shall flame up. The words and works of Jehovah are the first to pass in review, Psalms 33:4. Let us never forget that nothing was made apart from our Lord Jesus. He is emphatically the Word through whom the creative fiat went forth, John 1:3; Colossians 1:16; Hebrews 1:2. It is good, as we contemplate the beauties and wonders of creation, to turn in praise to Him, whose parables disclose the secrets which be hid in the works of His hands. If creation proceeded by the stages of evolution, it was due to His initiative and under His superintendence. Note the vivid touches with which the work of creation is described in Psalms 33:6-9. Then turn to the description of God’ s providential government, Psalms 33:10-12. We are said to be God’ s inheritance. See Psalms 33:12. Ephesians 1:11 also tells us that we inherit Him, and Psalms 33:18 that He inherits us. Bring every inch of us under thy tillage, Great Occupier!
Rejoice in the Lord!This Psalm incites to PRAISE. Let us note the subjects enumerated for this holy exercise. Surely it shall not be long ere, touching one of them, our soul shall kindle.
Psalms 33:1 Praise is comely. We cannot rejoice in ourselves, but we may in the Lord. Such an exercise is eminently befitting to those who owe to Him all they are and all they hope for.
Psalms 33:2 With harp; with psaltery. Sweet-toned instruments and the voice of song will often stir the lethargic soul.
Psalms 33:3 Sing a new song!. New hearts may use the old words, but with fresh emotion.
Psalms 33:4 The word of the Lord, and his works. Think of his words of promise, of teaching, and his marvellous works in creation. Recall his works. Surely in some of these there is food for song. Muse and the fire must burn (Psalms 39:3).
Psalms 33:5 The earth is full. His goodness is always passing before us (Exodus 33:19). The evil of the world is due to the devil’s intrusion upon God’s work (Matthew 13:28).
Psalms 33:6-9 He spake, and it was done. In a few words of marvellous power the great work of creation is here recapitulated (Genesis 1:1-31).
Psalms 33:10-15 The counsel of the Lord. God’s providential government. We may know the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints (Ephesians 1:18; Titus 2:14), and drink in the blessedness of Psa 33:12. Psalms 33:15 does not mean that all hearts are alike, but that all are equally fashioned by his hand (see R.V.).
Psalms 33:16-19 No king saved by a host. We may not possess a host, or much strength, or horses: we may be humble and despised. We need not regret the absence of all these earthly things. They do not really avail in the day of battle. God’s unslumbering eye sees our need. If we dare to trust in Him, He will deliver us from death and famine.
Psalms 33:20-22 Our soul waiteth. Let us patiently tarry our Lord’s leisure and occupy ourselves as we do so with glad songs of praise for what He is going to do. Trust is certain to bear fruit in joy. The grave must lead to the songs of the resurrection morning.
Psalms 33:13-22
“ The Eye of Jehovah” Psalms 33:13-22 The comprehensiveness of God’ s providence, Psalms 33:13-15. No one, however lowly or abject, is beneath notice. It is not that all hearts are alike in their aptitudes or intensity, but that there is not one that does not bear some trace, however defaced, of His image and superscription. God’ s watchfulness, Psalms 33:16-19. The preparations that men make against peril and poverty often fail them. A horse is a vain thing for safety. If God is not with you, His fleet foot will not deliver you in the day of battle, when the enemy bears down on you in force. But God’ s unslumbering eye watches over them that fear Him, especially if they are not possessed of horses; and at the moment when He can help them best, He will intervene to deliver. Remember Psalms 20:7. The certainty of God’ s help, Psalms 33:20-22. Let us await His time to act. Trust is certain to bear fruit in joy. They that hope in God shall have abundant cause to praise Him. Be of good cheer! Even now you can hear the footfall of the advancing angel-host! Get ready to praise Him!
Rejoice in the Lord!This Psalm incites to PRAISE. Let us note the subjects enumerated for this holy exercise. Surely it shall not be long ere, touching one of them, our soul shall kindle.
Psalms 33:1 Praise is comely. We cannot rejoice in ourselves, but we may in the Lord. Such an exercise is eminently befitting to those who owe to Him all they are and all they hope for.
Psalms 33:2 With harp; with psaltery. Sweet-toned instruments and the voice of song will often stir the lethargic soul.
Psalms 33:3 Sing a new song!. New hearts may use the old words, but with fresh emotion.
Psalms 33:4 The word of the Lord, and his works. Think of his words of promise, of teaching, and his marvellous works in creation. Recall his works. Surely in some of these there is food for song. Muse and the fire must burn (Psalms 39:3).
Psalms 33:5 The earth is full. His goodness is always passing before us (Exodus 33:19). The evil of the world is due to the devil’s intrusion upon God’s work (Matthew 13:28).
Psalms 33:6-9 He spake, and it was done. In a few words of marvellous power the great work of creation is here recapitulated (Genesis 1:1-31).
Psalms 33:10-15 The counsel of the Lord. God’s providential government. We may know the riches of the glory of his inheritance in the saints (Ephesians 1:18; Titus 2:14), and drink in the blessedness of Psa 33:12. Psalms 33:15 does not mean that all hearts are alike, but that all are equally fashioned by his hand (see R.V.).
Psalms 33:16-19 No king saved by a host. We may not possess a host, or much strength, or horses: we may be humble and despised. We need not regret the absence of all these earthly things. They do not really avail in the day of battle. God’s unslumbering eye sees our need. If we dare to trust in Him, He will deliver us from death and famine.
Psalms 33:20-22 Our soul waiteth. Let us patiently tarry our Lord’s leisure and occupy ourselves as we do so with glad songs of praise for what He is going to do. Trust is certain to bear fruit in joy. The grave must lead to the songs of the resurrection morning.