How can we recognize God's "great works" in our daily lives today? Psalm 92:5 in Focus “‘How great are Your works, O LORD, how deep are Your thoughts!’ ” The psalmist celebrates God’s visible actions and His hidden wisdom. Both are intended to be recognized, savored, and declared. What Makes a Work of God “Great”? • It displays His power (Jeremiah 32:17) • It reveals His character—holiness, love, faithfulness (Exodus 34:6) • It accomplishes eternal purposes (Ephesians 1:11) • It invites our worship (Psalm 111:2) Seeing His Great Works in Creation • Morning mercies: sunrise colors, birdsong, the rhythm of seasons (Genesis 8:22) • The complexity of the human body—“fearfully and wonderfully made” (Psalm 139:14) • Sustaining ecosystems: “He gives food to every creature” (Psalm 136:25) Pause, observe, and verbalize thanks whenever creation prompts wonder. Seeing His Great Works in Redemption • The cross and resurrection—God’s greatest work of love (Romans 5:8; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4) • Personal salvation stories—each new birth is a miracle (John 3:3) • Daily forgiveness and cleansing (1 John 1:9) Rehearse the gospel to yourself; note evidences of new life in you and others. Seeing His Great Works in Daily Providence • Answered prayer—big or small (Psalm 34:4) • Timely provision: a job, a meal, a word of encouragement (Philippians 4:19) • Protection in danger (Psalm 121:7-8) • Guidance through Scripture and Spirit-prompted wisdom (Psalm 32:8) Keep a journal of specific moments when His hand is unmistakable. Cultivating an Awareness 1. Begin and end each day with Psalm 92:5; let it shape your lens. 2. Replace hurried multitasking with intentional pauses to notice. 3. Memorize key “works of God” passages (Psalm 104; Isaiah 40; John 1). 4. Share observations with family or friends; testimony sharpens sight (Malachi 3:16). Responding with Praise and Testimony • Speak aloud: “Lord, that was You!”—naming the work breeds gratitude. • Sing psalms and hymns that recount His deeds (Colossians 3:16). • Serve others; become a living extension of His works (Ephesians 2:10). As we recognize and proclaim God’s great works, we fulfill the purpose of Psalm 92: declaring that the LORD is upright, our Rock, and there is no unrighteousness in Him. |
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