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- John Gill
John Gill Bible Commentary
Great is our Lord, and of great power,.... "Our Lord" is our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of the whole earth; the Lord of his own people by creation, by redemption, by marriage, and by the conquest of his grace, and their voluntary submission to him; he is "great" in his person, offices, and grace, and therefore greatly to be praised; see Psa 145:3; and particularly his "power" is very "great", as appears in the creation of all things out of nothing by him; in the sustaining and support of the world and all things in it: in the redemption of his people from the hand of their powerful enemies; in beginning, carrying on, and perfecting a work of grace on their hearts by his Spirit and power; and in the preservation of them unto eternal life, through a thousand dangers and difficulties: at his resurrection all power in heaven and earth were given him as Mediator; and in the latter day he will take to himself his great power and reign; and in the last day will raise the dead out of their graves; his understanding is infinite; it reaches to all things, not to the stars of heaven only, as in Psa 147:4, but to the fowls of the air, to the beasts of the field, and cattle upon a thousand hills; to all on the surface of the earth, or in the bowels of it; and to the fishes of the sea: it reaches to all men, and to all the thoughts of their hearts, the words of their mouths, and the actions of their lives; it reaches to all things past, that have been, to everything present, and to whatsoever is to come; it includes not only the knowledge of all things that are, or certainly will be, but of all things possible, or which he could bring into being if he would; it is concerned not only with the quality and nature of things it perfectly understands, but with the quantity of them; even all things in creation and providence, which are without number and past finding out by men; and so his understanding is without number, and cannot be declared, as the word signifies.
Psalms 147:5
It Is Good to Sing Praises
4He determines the number of the stars; He calls them each by name. 5Great is our Lord, and mighty in power; His understanding has no limit. 6The LORD sustains the humble, but casts the wicked to the ground.
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Attributes of God (Series 2): The Omniscience of God
By A.W. Tozer4.7K47:42Attributes of GodJOB 36:4PSA 147:5MAT 11:25HEB 4:13In this sermon, the preacher uses the analogy of a cracked piece of glass being transformed into a beautiful piece of art to illustrate how God can turn our brokenness into something beautiful. He references a passage from the book of Psalms that speaks of being lifted up from a lowly position to a place of honor. The preacher also discusses the importance of both theological and experiential knowledge of God, emphasizing that knowing God intellectually enhances our ability to experience Him personally. He concludes by highlighting God's omniscience, explaining that God knows all things effortlessly and perfectly.
The Supremacy of Christ
By John Piper3.1K10:53PSA 147:5ISA 46:10DAN 2:21MAT 28:18ROM 5:8COL 1:17HEB 1:3REV 19:15This sermon emphasizes the supremacy of Jesus Christ in His eternality, constancy, knowledge, wisdom, authority, providence, power, purity, trustworthiness, justice, patience, obedience, meekness, wrath, grace, love, and gladness. It calls for a deep understanding of His nature and attributes, highlighting His sovereignty over all creation, from galaxies to microscopic organisms, from weather to governments, and from education to entertainment. The sermon urges listeners to know and worship the all-encompassing supremacy of Jesus Christ.
The Impossibility of the Christian Life, Part 3
By Paul Washer1.3K1:05:32Christian LifePSA 147:5MAT 5:3MAT 6:33ROM 8:282CO 5:172CO 12:9In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of relying on Christ and not being independent from Him. He highlights the repetition of the word "cannot" in verses 4 and 5 to emphasize our need for dependence on God. The preacher also discusses the significance of poverty of spirit and how God's providence works to remind us of our weakness. He urges believers to not be preoccupied with worldly things but to abide in Christ and bear fruit. Additionally, the preacher shares a personal anecdote about fighting dragons as a metaphor for fighting against oppression and injustice in the world.
The Greatness of God
By Joy Dawson5147:03Faith in AdversityGod's Greatness2CH 16:9JOB 36:26PSA 147:5ISA 40:28JER 33:3MAT 19:26ROM 8:31EPH 3:20PHP 4:41JN 4:4Joy Dawson emphasizes the greatness of God, sharing her personal experiences that affirm God's supremacy over all aspects of life, including our understanding, problems, and even our successes. She encourages believers to recognize that God is always greater than any circumstance, urging them to live in faith and expect remarkable outcomes in their daily lives. Dawson highlights the importance of intimate friendship with God, asserting that knowing Him deeply transforms our understanding and experience of life. She challenges the congregation to believe in God's greatness and to actively seek His presence in every situation, promising that such faith will lead to extraordinary testimonies. Ultimately, she calls for a revolution in how we perceive and interact with God, emphasizing that His greatness is limitless and ever-present.
Faith
By Zac Poonen0GEN 3:1PSA 147:5PRO 3:5HEB 11:6Zac Poonen emphasizes the importance of repentance as the first step in the foundation of the Christian life, followed by faith in God. Having faith in God involves trusting Him and believing His Word above our feelings or the opinions of others. Poonen highlights three key facts about God: His infinite love, absolute wisdom, and Almighty power, urging believers to trust Him wholeheartedly. Drawing from the story of Eve in the garden of Eden, he illustrates how a lack of faith led to disobedience and separation from God.
The Attributes of God
By Thomas Watson0PSA 147:5DAN 2:28MAL 3:6ACT 4:27ROM 9:111CO 1:27EPH 1:1Thomas Watson preaches about the attributes of God, focusing on His omnipresence, immutability, eternity, and wisdom. He highlights God's infinite presence in all places at once, His unchanging nature and eternal existence, and His perfect wisdom displayed in creation and redemption. Watson emphasizes the comfort and assurance found in God's unchangeable decrees and the intricate workings of His wisdom in the salvation of sinners.
The Christian Conception of God
By R.A. Torrey0God's AttributesThe Nature of GodDEU 6:4JOB 42:2PSA 33:6PSA 139:7PSA 147:5ISA 59:1JER 32:17MAT 19:261JN 1:51JN 4:8R.A. Torrey emphasizes the Christian conception of God, describing Him as light, love, omnipotent, omniscient, and infinitely holy. He explains that God is perfect in all attributes and actively involved in the world, governing and caring for creation. Torrey highlights God's omnipotence, stating that nothing is too hard for Him, and His omniscience, asserting that He knows everything from the grandest to the smallest details. He also discusses God's eternal nature and the unity of God, affirming that while there is one God, there exists a plurality of persons within the Godhead. The sermon calls for deep meditation on God's character and attributes, encouraging believers to approach Him with awe and reverence.
Third Letter
By Brother Lawrence0PSA 27:14PSA 34:17PSA 91:11PSA 147:5PHP 4:6Brother Lawrence encourages his soldier friend to trust in God's infinite grace and provision, reminding him to hope in God, thank Him for His favors, and find comfort and strength in Him during afflictions. He admires the fortitude and bravery of another soldier, urging him to turn to God in times of danger and to make a habit of inward worship and remembrance of God, which strengthens courage. Brother Lawrence emphasizes the importance of constantly thinking of God, especially for soldiers facing daily dangers, as it is a vital practice for their well-being and salvation.
- John Gill
John Gill Bible Commentary
Great is our Lord, and of great power,.... "Our Lord" is our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of the whole earth; the Lord of his own people by creation, by redemption, by marriage, and by the conquest of his grace, and their voluntary submission to him; he is "great" in his person, offices, and grace, and therefore greatly to be praised; see Psa 145:3; and particularly his "power" is very "great", as appears in the creation of all things out of nothing by him; in the sustaining and support of the world and all things in it: in the redemption of his people from the hand of their powerful enemies; in beginning, carrying on, and perfecting a work of grace on their hearts by his Spirit and power; and in the preservation of them unto eternal life, through a thousand dangers and difficulties: at his resurrection all power in heaven and earth were given him as Mediator; and in the latter day he will take to himself his great power and reign; and in the last day will raise the dead out of their graves; his understanding is infinite; it reaches to all things, not to the stars of heaven only, as in Psa 147:4, but to the fowls of the air, to the beasts of the field, and cattle upon a thousand hills; to all on the surface of the earth, or in the bowels of it; and to the fishes of the sea: it reaches to all men, and to all the thoughts of their hearts, the words of their mouths, and the actions of their lives; it reaches to all things past, that have been, to everything present, and to whatsoever is to come; it includes not only the knowledge of all things that are, or certainly will be, but of all things possible, or which he could bring into being if he would; it is concerned not only with the quality and nature of things it perfectly understands, but with the quantity of them; even all things in creation and providence, which are without number and past finding out by men; and so his understanding is without number, and cannot be declared, as the word signifies.