For Contemplation

Psalm 111, NLT

Praise the Lord!

I will thank the Lord with all my heart as I meet with his godly people.

2 How amazing are the deeds of the Lord! All who delight in him should ponder them.

3 Everything he does reveals his glory and majesty. His righteousness never fails.

4 He causes us to remember his wonderful works. How gracious and merciful is our Lord!

5 He gives food to those who fear him; he always remembers his covenant.

6 He has shown his great power to his people by giving them the lands of other nations.

7 All he does is just and good, and all his commandments are trustworthy.

8 They are forever true, to be obeyed faithfully and with integrity.

9 He has paid a full ransom for his people. He has guaranteed his covenant with them forever.
What a holy, awe-inspiring name he has!

10 Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true wisdom. All who obey his commandments will grow in wisdom.

Praise him forever!

Prayer:

Father,

           Thank You for the Psalms to teach us how to praise You! We praise You in Your sanctuary: praise You in the firmament of Your power. We praise You for Your mighty acts: and praise You according to Your excellent greatness. For You are so great and so worthy of all praise! Keep us ever mindful of Your greatness as we bow in honor of You. In Jesus' Name we pray. Amen