Matthew Henry’s Modern English CommentaryPsalms 111

The Excellence of the Divine WorksThis psalm is introduced with the word Hallelujah, which means “Praise the Lord

v. 2: The psalmist tells us that the works of the Lord

v. 3: All of God’s works are beautiful and show his glory. They are honorable and glorious, and they all work together for a good purpose. God’s righteousness never fails; he always does what is right, and this never changes (Ecclesiastes 3:14 ).

v. 4: God’s amazing works are meant to be remembered and celebrated. He does things that are so wonderful that people cannot forget them. God even gives ways for us to remember what he has done, such as special celebrations or traditions. For example, God rescued Israel from Egypt and made sure they remembered it through the Passover. God’s actions make his name famous and show his everlasting power (Isaiah 63:10 ).

v. 5: The Lord

The Happiness of the RighteousThis section urges us to praise the Lord

v. 7: Everything God does is true and just. His actions are always right, following the best wisdom and fairness. What God has started, he will finish, and nothing can undo his works .

v. 8: God’s works and his commandments stand firm forever. They are established and will never change. His laws and promises cannot be broken, and everything he says or does is done with truth and honesty .

v. 9: God has rescued his people many times, not just from Egypt but also in other difficult times. These acts of rescue point to the greatest redemption, which is through Jesus Christ. God has made a covenant that will last forever, and he has the authority and power to keep every promise he makes (Psalm 111:9; Psalm 105:8 ).

v. 10: The psalm ends by saying that God’s name is holy and should be respected with awe. The fear of the Lord