Psalm 66
Theme
Praise to God for His Awesome Works
Outline
1-4, David exhorts to praise God; 5-7, to observe his great works; 8-11, to bless him for his gracious benefits. 12-15, He vows for himself religious service to God. 16-20, He declares God's special goodness to himself.
Key Verse
(66:5) Come and see the works of God; He is awesome in His doing toward the songs of men. (66:1) Make a joyful shout to God, all the earth!
Notes
Psalm 66 is structured into five sections: Commands to Praise, Call to See God’s Work, Rehearsal of Purifying Suffering, Commitment to Sacrifice, and Testimony, with a chiastic arrangement highlighting the central theme of suffering.