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Psalm 111:1 ~ Praise the Lord!
Psalm 112:1 ~ Praise the Lord!
Psalm 113:1 ~ Praise the Lord!
Psalms 111, 112, and 113 open with “Hallelujah,” which is the Hebrew word for “Praise Jehovah.” The three psalms are the “Hallelujah” psalms, giving us many ways to praise God.
All three psalms contain only twenty-nine verses.
The Jews sang these psalms together during their feasts and festivals, so right now — put a pause on reading this Interruption, pull out your Bible or device, and read these three psalms.
There is no better way to start 2025. Pause. I’m not kidding. Read these three psalms. . . pause. . . pause. . . pause. . . pause. . . pause. . . pause!
Okay, I’m glad you’re back. What did you learn?
I open my prayers every morning with five praises about God, and I like to be creative with new words and expressions. I don’t say the same words repeatedly because God is unlimited. I want my praise to be fresh and new.
Before writing this Interruption, I paused and read the three psalms as well. Below are my five praises for God this morning. . .
Great are the works of the Lord, studied by all who delight in them (Psalm 111:2, ESV).
The works of his hands are faithful and just; all his precepts are trustworthy (Psalm 111:7).
Blessed is the man who fears the Lord, who greatly delights in His commandment (Psalm 112:1).
Blessed be the name of the Lord from this time forth and forevermore! (Psalm 113:2)
The Lord is high above all nations, and his glory above the heavens! (Psalm 113:4)
As you read Psalm 111, did you notice the emphasis on the God of creation?
He has caused his wondrous works to be remembered (v. 4).
Did you notice that Psalm 112 focused on the blessings of following the Lord’s commandments?
Wealth and riches are in his house, and his righteousness endures forever (v. 3).
And finally, Psalm 113 breaks out in stupendous praise.
From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the Lord is to be praised! (v. 3)
Let’s review Psalms 111, 112, and 113 — focus on God (111), obey His commandments (112), and praise His name or Hallelujah!. (113).
Can there be better advice for a victorious life?
In verse six of Psalm 113, we find God enthroned in heaven, looking down (ESV) or stooping down (NLT) to consider our difficulties, problems, and needs. Most ancient kings back then and politicians today are inaccessible to their people, but not the God of the Bible.
He raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the ash heap, to make them sit with princes, with the princes of his people (Psalm 113:7-8).
The ash heap was located outside the city and was a gathering place for the poor. The warmth of burning garbage would keep the outcasts warm at night. The ultimate message of Psalms 111, 112, and 113 shouts clearly that. . .
God loves you, no matter what you have done!
Amen. Peace out! Hallelujah!