Moses sang, Exodus 15:11. Such is the sentiment in the second section of this psalm, Psalm 65:5-13. The first part of the psalm, Psalm 65:1-4, speaks of the blessings of being God’s child, and now that is reinforced with examples of God’s greatness and goodness. “By awesome deeds You answer us in righteousness” (“working wonders”). Such deeds are not only evident to us, His children, but also to “they who dwell in the ends of the earth.” Even unbelievers “stand in awe of Your signs.” Sadly, though, they do not give God the glory. Yet, there is no denying the great power and benevolent goodness expressed by God throughout His creation. One day all men, even unbelievers, will bow before the throne giving God the praise and adoration He deserves from His creatures (Isaiah 45:23; Romans 14:11; Philippians 2:10-11). The unbeliever will be condemned by such a confession, for by then redemption is too late. For believers this will be a time long awaited when we receive not condemnation, but commendation, and that only because of God’s gracious work for and in us through Christ. So, believer, when your soul is troubled by what you see around you, take a deeper look, and discern God’s “awesome deeds” for His glory and your good.
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