Psalms 147:1-11

1Hallelujah! It is good to sing psalms to our God. It is pleasant to sing ⌞his⌟ praise beautifully.

2The Lord is the builder of Jerusalem. He is the one who gathers the outcasts of Israel together.

3He is the healer of the brokenhearted. He is the one who bandages their wounds.

4He determines the number of stars. He gives each one a name.

5Our Lord is great, and his power is great. There is no limit to his understanding.

6The Lord gives relief to those who are oppressed. He brings wicked people down to the ground.

7Sing to the Lord a song of thanksgiving. Make music to our God with a lyre.

8He covers the sky with clouds. He provides rain for the ground. He makes grass grow on the mountains.

9He is the one who gives food to animals and to young ravens when they call out.

10He finds no joy in strong horses, nor is he pleased by brave soldiers.

11The Lord is pleased with those who fear him, with those who wait with hope for his mercy.