Psalm 65 Explained: David Praises God

Psalm 65 is offered during the great harvest times observed in the nation of Israel. This Psalm appears to have been written when David returned to Jerusalem from exile during the Feast of Tabernacles. This Psalm expresses the majesty and glory of the Lord God and is a song that expresses man's joy in his relationship with God.
Charles Spurgeon described this Psalm as a lyrical poem - it could be said or could be sung either way, and either way it would be equally suitable.
David's praise expresses the deep emotions he feels for being forgiven by the Lord (Psalm 65:3 KJV). He praises God, likely in silence, and performs the vow he made to the Lord (see Psalm 65:1 KJV) David has an absolute confidence in the faithfulness of God who hears prayer (Psalm 65:2 KJV)
Notice that God's tabernacle is mentioned in this Psalm. David says that the man who dwell in the courts of the Lord and the temple is blessed, that he might approach God (Psalm 65:4 KJV) Not only is God's salvation seen in Israel, His salvation will be carried to the distant parts of the earth (Psalm 65:5 KJV). When the people of the earth see God's power over the forming of the mountains and the stilling of the seas, they will be filled with awe and with fear (Psalm 65:8 KJV)
Ray Crocker is the Senior Pastor at Heritage Baptist Church Singapore. He was formerly a missionary to South Korea before his calling to be a baptist pastor in Singapore. He has served in the missions field for the past 46 years.
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