1
Praise ye the LORD. I will praise the LORD with my whole heart, in the assembly of the upright, and in the congregation.
2
The works of the LORD are great, sought out of all them that have pleasure therein.
3
His work is honourable and glorious: and his righteousness endureth for ever.
4
He hath made his wonderful works to be remembered: the LORD is gracious and full of compassion.
5
He hath given meat unto them that fear him: he will ever be mindful of his covenant.
6
He hath shewed his people the power of his works, that he may give them the heritage of the heathen.
7
The works of his hands are verity and judgment; all his commandments are sure.
8
They stand fast for ever and ever, and are done in truth and uprightness.
9
He sent redemption unto his people: he hath commanded his covenant for ever: holy and reverend is his name.
10
The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth for ever.
Psalms 111 Study & Commentary
Overview & Chapter Summary
Psalm 111 is an acrostic psalm praising God for His works. It concludes that "the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom."
Theological Context & Insights
CONTEMPORARY APPLICATIONS
1. The Source of Wisdom: True wisdom starts with "the fear of the Lord" (v. 10). Reverence for God is the foundation of all right thinking.
2. Memorable Works: God has made His wonderful works to be remembered (v. 4).
Practical Lessons & Daily Application
FORMAL PRAYER
Praise ye the Lord. We will praise the Lord with our whole heart. His righteousness endureth for ever. Amen.