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1 Hallelujah! O my soul, praise God! 2 All my life long I'll praise God, singing songs to my God as long as I live. 3 Don't put your life in the hands of experts who know nothing of life, of salvation life. 4 Mere humans don't have what it takes; when they die, their projects die with them. 5 Instead, get help from the God of Jacob, put your hope in God and know real blessing! 6 God made sky and soil, sea and all the fish in it. He always does what he says - 7 he defends the wronged, he feeds the hungry. God frees prisoners - 8 he gives sight to the blind, he lifts up the fallen. 9 protects strangers, takes the side of orphans and widows, but makes short work of the wicked. 10 God's in charge - always. Zion's God is God for good! Hallelujah! (Psalm 146 The Message Bible)
The psalmist is all about the praise. He finds every occasion to get us to lift up our voices in praise be it song or prayer to return thanks to the One who provides all things. He was drawn daily to God for such was his awareness of the goodness of God. What draws us to worship? Routine? Tradition? Friends? Forgiveness? Grace? Love? While all are these are worthwhile for it puts us in the exact place where God can act for our good, how many of us are drawn to the gates of the temple to lift high the name of God because God is good to us?
The psalmist encourages us to place our trust in God, not in human beings who are frail and temporary. People and their plans can falter, but God’s promises endure forever. Our worship in God is an investment we are making in eternity; everything else has a limit and will end. Our hymns, songs, prayers, amens, go straight into the First Bank of Eternity; drawing interest and its return will be awesome!
This psalm highlights God’s role as a faithful and just ruler who cares deeply for the vulnerable—those who are exploited, hungry, blind, or fallen. It’s a powerful reminder that God’s justice and compassion extend to all areas of life. When we look to God, we are placing our hope in the One who genuinely cares for us and acts on our behalf.
The psalmist contrasts the fleeting nature of human plans with the eternal faithfulness of God. While human efforts are limited and transient, God’s work is everlasting. He is the Creator of all things and the Sustainer of justice and mercy. By focusing on God, we align ourselves with His eternal purposes and find stability and hope.
In times of uncertainty or when we face challenges, let this psalm be a source of encouragement. It reminds us that no matter what happens, God’s character remains unchanged. He is steadfast, compassionate, and sovereign.
PRAYER: Loving God, We thank You for Your eternal faithfulness and unchanging love. Help us to place our trust in You rather than in the fleeting assurances of this world. May we find our hope and strength in Your promises, knowing that You are always in control and that You care deeply for each one of us. Guide us to live with the confidence that You are actively working for justice and compassion in our lives and in the world. Fill our hearts with Your peace as we place our trust in Your everlasting care. In Christ Jesus' strong name we pray, amen.
Have a great and blessed day in the Lord! YOUR CALL TO ACTION: Take a moment today to reflect on an area of your life where you might be placing too much trust in human solutions or plans. Commit that area to God in prayer, asking Him to guide you and to remind you of His eternal faithfulness. Share this reflection with a friend or family member who might need encouragement, reminding them that God is in control and His love never fails.
I love you and I thank God for you!
Pastor Eradio Valverde, Jr.
