What is the meaning of Psalm 66:5? Come and see Psalm 66:5 opens with an invitation: “Come and see….” • This is a direct, personal summons to move from hearing about God to witnessing His power firsthand, much like Psalm 46:8, “Come, behold the works of the LORD,” and Philip’s words in John 1:46, “Come and see.” • The phrase assumes God’s works are objective realities; they can be observed, remembered, and celebrated (Joshua 4:21-24). • It also signals inclusivity—anyone willing to look will find ample evidence of God’s activity (Isaiah 55:1-3). the works of God “…the works of God;” points to everything He has done and is doing. • Creation (Genesis 1:1; Isaiah 40:26) displays His power and precision. • Redemption events—parting the Red Sea (Exodus 14:21-31) or toppling Jericho’s walls (Joshua 6)—show His intervention in history. • Daily providence, “satisfying you with good things” (Psalm 103:5), reminds us His handiwork continues. • Psalm 111:2 gathers it up: “Great are the works of the LORD; they are pondered by all who delight in them.” how awesome are His deeds The psalmist adds, “…how awesome are His deeds….” • “Awesome” conveys holy fear and wonder, the response Israel felt after the Exodus (Exodus 15:11) or the crowd felt when Jesus healed the paralytic (Luke 5:26). • God’s acts are not merely impressive; they expose His character—righteous, just, and merciful (Psalm 145:6-7). • In Acts 2:43 “Everyone was filled with awe,” because miracles authenticated the risen Christ. That same awe fuels worship today. • These deeds are concrete reminders that God is alive, active, and unrivaled. toward mankind Finally, the verse narrows the focus: His awesome deeds are “toward mankind.” • God’s power is not remote; it is directed for human good. “For God so loved the world…” (John 3:16) and “God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us” (Romans 5:8). • Psalm 8:4 marvels, “What is man that You are mindful of him?”—yet Scripture repeatedly shows God reaching down in covenant, rescue, and daily care (Psalm 65:5). • Every blessing, “every good and perfect gift” (James 1:17), flows from this intentional kindness. • Therefore His works invite not only observation but gratitude and trust. summary Psalm 66:5 calls us to step closer, look carefully, and stand in reverent awe. God’s works—past, present, and future—are visible, mighty, and aimed in loving favor toward humanity. Recognizing them stirs worship, deepens faith, and assures us that the God who once split seas and raised Christ still acts powerfully for His people today. |
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