Sing for Joy to the Lord!
In Psalm 33 as the psalmist praises God and presses the assembly to do the same. He calls all saints to lift up their voices, with musical instruments to the praise of the Lord (33:1-3). The psalmist then gives 4 reasons to praise God. Let us join in with the psalmist and “Sing for joy in the LORD!”
The 1st Reason to Praise God is for His Word (33:6-9). God’s word is right and good (33:4). It is through God’s word that all things were created. All of God’s works demonstrate His righteousness and love (33:4-5). Men should respond to God’s creation with reverence and fear (33:8). It is by God’s word that all things have come into existence. Believers you can praise God for His Word. Just as all things were created by the “breath of His mouth” (33:6), so are the Scriptures God breathed as well. (2 Tim 3:16). The Scriptures reveal the character and nature of our God, and tells us of His great works that deserve our praise.
The 2nd Reason to Praise God is for His Sovereign Works (33:10-12). The LORD accomplishes his plans while frustrating the plans of men (33:10). God’s counsel (His plan) is eternal, and will not be stopped and will not change (33:11). Salvation is of the Jews (Jn 4:22). As part of His plan, God chose the nation of Israel and blessed them by His own presence (33:12). God has brought about the Messiah, Jesus, as the way of salvation for all who believe.
Believers, you can trust in God and you can hope in Him (33:21-22). He has given you His word to reveal His nature and will, and He is in control in a world that is chaotic. Rejoice in Him!