The Works of the LORD are Great

Text: Psalm 111
6 August 2017

THE WORKS OF THE LORD REVIEWED

1. They are great   (Psalm 111:2)

2. Honourable   (Psalm 111:3)

3. Glorious   (Psalm 111:3)

4. Wonderful   (Psalm 111:4)

5. Verity   (Psalm 111:7)

6. Justice   (Psalm 111:7)

SOME REASONS FOR DOING THESE WORKS

1. To reveal Himself

a) His everlasting righteousness   (Psalm 111:3)
b) His graciousness   (Psalm 111:4)
c) His fullness of compassion   (Psalm 111:4)
d) He is mindful of His covenant   (Psalm 111:5b)
e) The Power of His works   (Psalm 111:6a)

2. That His works

a) May be studied   (Psalm 111:2)
b) That they may be remembered   (Psalm 111:4)

SOME EXPRESSIONS OF HIS WORK

1. He has given food to those who fear Him   (Psalm 111:5a)
2. He has given the heritage of the nations   (Psalm 111:6b)
3. He has sent redemption to His people   (Psalm 111:9a)

APPROPRIATE RESPONSES

1. Praise of the LORD with the whole heart   (Psalm 111:1)

2. Fear of the LORD   (Psalm 111:10)