Psalm 33
- Rejoice in the Lord, O ye righteous: for praise is comely for the upright.
- Praise the Lord with harp: sing unto him with the psaltery and an instrument of ten strings.
- Sing unto him a new song; play skillfully with a loud noise.
- For the word of the Lord is right; and all his works are done in truth.
- He loveth righteousness and judgment: the earth is full of the goodness of the Lord.
- By the word of the Lord were the heavens made; and all the host of them by the breath of his mouth.
- He gathereth the waters of the sea together as an heap: he layeth up the depth in storehouses.
- Let all the earth fear the Lord: let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of him.
- For he spake, and it was done; he commanded, and it stood fast.
- The Lord bringeth the counsel of the heathen to nought: he maketh the devices of the people of none effect.
- The counsel of the Lord standeth forever, the thoughts of his heart to all generations.
- Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord; and the people whom he hath chosen for his own inheritance.
- The Lord looketh from heaven; he beholdeth all the sons of men.
- From the place of his habitation he looketh upon all the inhabitants of the earth.
- He fashioneth their hearts alike; he considereth all their works.
- There is no king saved by the multitude of a host: a mighty man is not delivered by much strength.
- An horse is a vain thing for safety: neither shall he deliver any by his great strength.
- Behold, the eye of the Lord is upon them that fear him, upon them that hope in his mercy;
- To deliver their soul from death, and to keep them alive in famine.
- Our soul waiteth for the Lord: he is our help and our shield.
- For our heart shall rejoice in him, because we have trusted in his holy name.
- Let thy mercy, O Lord, be upon us, according as we hope in thee.
Psalm 33 is a call to praise and trust in the Lord, emphasizing His sovereignty, righteousness, and faithfulness. It begins with an exhortation for the righteous to rejoice in the Lord and offer praise through music and song.
The psalmist extols the creative power of God’s word, highlighting His role as the Creator of the heavens and the earth. God’s authority over the nations is also emphasized, as He nullifies the plans of the wicked and establishes His own purposes.
Furthermore, the psalmist underscores the Lord’s watchful care over humanity, recognizing His ability to deliver and sustain those who fear Him. The psalm concludes with a declaration of trust in God’s mercy and a plea for His continued favor upon His people.
Overall, Psalm 33 serves as a reminder of the importance of praising and trusting in the Lord, who is sovereign over all creation and faithful to His promises. It encourages believers to place their hope and confidence in God’s unfailing love and mercy.