Psalms 111:1-10 - Homilies By C. Short

The works of the Lord.

I. GOD 'S WORK CLAIMS OUR EARNEST STUDY .

1. His work in nature . Presents three aspects.

2. His work in providence . God in history is working out a righteous government of the world.

3. His work in redemption . This the manifestation of his grandest power—the power of God unto salvation. Three kinds of power.

II. GOD 'S WORKS ARE A REVELATION OF THE DIVINE THOUGHT AND NATURE .

1. They reveal his infinite greatness . ( Psalms 111:2-4 .)

2. They reveal his unchanging righteousness . ( Psalms 111:3 .)

3. They reveal his grace and compassion to the sinful . ( Psalms 111:4 , Psalms 111:5 .)

4. They reveal his laws for the government of our lives . ( Psalms 111:5 .) They show that obedience is the highest wisdom . ( Psalms 111:10 .)—S.