Matthew Henry’s Modern English CommentaryPsalms 145

David’s Psalm of PraiseThis psalm is known as “David’s psalm of praise.” It was likely very special to him, and he sang it often. In the first part of the psalm, David praises God’s wonderful character—His greatness, goodness, and majesty. In the second part, he focuses on God’s rule and how He governs everything. David shows us that praising God should be both our duty and our delight, and that it’s something to do every day and for all time.v. 1-2: David promises to praise and bless the Lord

v. 3-4: David declares, “Great is the Lord

v. 5-6: David says he will speak of God’s “glorious honour” and “wondrous works” (Psalm 145:5 ). He wants to tell others about God’s amazing deeds and awesome power. David knows that everything in the world shows God’s greatness, from His acts in nature to the way He judges fairly (Psalm 78:3 ).

v. 7: David promises, “They shall abundantly utter the memory of thy great goodness, and shall sing of thy righteousness” . He says God’s goodness never runs out, and we should always remember and talk about it. But we should also sing about God’s righteousness, because He is fair and just in all He does (Romans 11:22 ).

v. 8-9: David describes the Lord

Grateful AcknowledgmentsIn this part of the psalm, David encourages everyone to give glory to God for His wonderful kingdom. God’s greatness and goodness are not only seen in who He is but also in how He rules. His kingdom is powerful, everlasting, and kind. David teaches us that all creation praises God, but His people, especially, should bless Him with thankful hearts.v. 10: David says, “All thy works shall praise thee, O Lord

v. 11-12: David explains that God’s people will talk about the glory and power of God’s kingdom. He says, “They shall speak of the glory of thy kingdom, and talk of thy power; to make known to the sons of men his mighty acts, and the glorious majesty of his kingdom” (Psalm 145:11-12 ). God’s kingdom is great, powerful, and full of majesty. His people share these truths so others may know and respect God’s rule.

v. 13: David says, “Thy kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and thy dominion endureth throughout all generations” . God’s rule never ends. Unlike earthly kingdoms, God’s kingdom lasts forever and never fades away.

v. 14: David praises God for helping those who are weak or troubled. He says, “The Lord

v. 15-16: David describes God’s kindness to all living things. He says, “The eyes of all wait upon thee; and thou givest them their meat in due season. Thou openest thy hand, and satisfiest the desire of every living thing” (Psalm 145:15-16 ). All creatures depend on God for food and life, and He generously provides for them at the right time (Matthew 6:26 ).

v. 17: David says, “The Lord

v. 18-19: David praises God for hearing and answering the prayers of those who truly seek Him. He says, “The Lord

v. 20: David says, “The Lord

v. 21: David ends with a personal promise and a call to all people. He says, “My mouth shall speak the praise of the Lord