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2 (1) I will sing about Adonai’s acts of grace forever,
with my mouth proclaim your faithfulness to all generations;
3 (2) because I said, “Grace is built to last forever;
in the heavens themselves you established your faithfulness.”
4 (3) You said, “I made a covenant with the one I chose,
I swore to my servant David,
5 (4) ‘I will establish your dynasty forever,
build up your throne through all generations.’” (Selah)
6 (5) Let the heavens praise your wonders, Adonai,
your faithfulness in the assembly of the angels.
7 (6) For who in the skies can be compared with Adonai?
Which of these gods can rival Adonai,
8 (7) a God dreaded in the great assembly of the holy ones
and feared by all around him?
9 (8) Adonai Elohei-Tzva’ot!
Who is as mighty as you, Yah?
Your faithfulness surrounds you.
10 (9) You control the raging of the sea;
when its waves rear up, you calm them.
11 (10) You crushed Rahav like a carcass;
with your strong arm you scattered your foes.
12 (11) The heavens are yours, and the earth is yours;
you founded the world and everything in it.
13 (12) You created north and south;
Tavor and Hermon take joy in your name.
14 (13) Your arm is mighty, your hand is strong,
your right hand is lifted high.
15 (14) Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne;
grace and truth attend you.
16 (15) How happy are the people who know the joyful shout!
They walk in the light of your presence, Adonai.
17 (16) They rejoice in your name all day
and are lifted up by your righteousness,
18 (17) for you yourself are the strength in which they glory.
Our power grows by pleasing you,
"All Creation Sings" by Author: Rhonda CarrimOne of my favorite times of year is our mid-summer family camping trip. At higher elevations, away from city lights, stars of the night sky seem to multiply exponentially and radiate songs of praise. Breezes glide through evergreen boughs and aspen leaves like bows across stringed instruments whispering joyful songs. Occasionally, a storm thunders forth the mighty glory of God. In all its magnificence, nature continually points us beyond its grandeur to the Creator.
In Psalm 89:1-18, the character of the Creator is highlighted as a significant reason for praise. Both psalmist and nature glorify God not only for covenant and creation but particularly for God’s love and faithfulness. In verses 1, 2, and 14, the word translated in the NIV as “love” is also translated as “lovingkindness” (NASB) and “steadfast love” (NRSV). From love and faithfulness comes God's reign of "righteousness and justice" (verse 18). No wonder those who have learned to praise the Lord find their glory and strength in Him.
Hymn for Today: "Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee" by Henry Van Dyke
1. Joyful, joyful, we adore You,
God of glory, Lord of love;
Hearts unfold like flow'rs before You,
Op'ning to the sun above.
Melt the clouds of sin and sadness;
Drive the dark of doubt away;
Giver of immortal gladness,
Fill us with the light of day!
2. All Your works with joy surround You,
Earth and heav'n reflect Your rays,
Stars and angels sing around You,
Center of unbroken praise;
Field and forest, vale and mountain,
Flow'ry meadow, flashing sea,
Chanting bird and flowing fountain
Praising You eternally!
3. Always giving and forgiving,
Ever blessing, ever blest,
Well-spring of the joy of living,
Ocean-depth of happy rest!
Loving Father, Christ our Brother,
Let Your light upon us shine;
Teach us how to love each other,
Lift us to the joy divine.
4. Mortals, join the mighty chorus,
Which the morning stars began;
God's own love is reigning o’er us,
Joining people hand in hand.
Ever singing, march we onward,
Victors in the midst of strife;
Joyful music leads us sunward
In the triumph song of life.
Thought for Today:
"Adonai, you are my God.
I exalt you, I praise your name.
For you have accomplished marvels,
[fulfilled] ancient plans faithfully and truly." Isaiah 25:1.
Please pray:
That many young people in Trinidad and Tobago will be called into Christian Ministry.
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Please pray:
That many young people in Trinidad and Tobago will be called into Christian Ministry.
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