Psalm 111

GOD’S WORD Translation

111 Hallelujah!

I will give thanks to the Lord with all my heart
in the company of decent people and in the congregation.
² The Lord’s deeds are spectacular.
They should be studied by all who enjoy them.
³ His work is glorious and majestic.
His righteousness continues forever.
⁴ He has made his miracles unforgettable.
The Lord is merciful and compassionate.
⁵ He provides food for those who fear him.
He always remembers his promise.^[a]
6 He has revealed the power of his works to his people
by giving them the lands of other nations as an inheritance.
⁷ His works are done with truth and justice.
All his guiding principles are trustworthy.
⁸ They last forever and ever.
They are carried out with truth and decency.
⁹ He has sent salvation to his people.
He has ordered that his promise should continue forever.
His name is holy and terrifying.
¹⁰ The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.
Good sense is shown by everyone who follows ⌞God’s guiding principles⌟.
His praise continues forever.