Message Notes

(I) THE AWFUL PRACTICAL PROBLEMS OF LIFE

1. The problem of iniquity (external)

“Iniquities prevail against me…” Psalm 65:3a

2. The problem of transgression (internal)

“…as for our transgressions…” Psalm 65:3b

(II) THE AWESOME DEEDS OF GOD

1. Provision of atonement for our sins

“…you will provide atonement for them.” Psalm 65:3c

2. Invitation to dwell with the Lord

“Blessed is the man You choose,
And cause to approach You,
That He may dwell in Your courts…” Psalm 65:4

3. Answers to prayer

“By awesome deeds in righteousness You will answer us,
O God of our salvation…” Psalm 65:5

4. The work of sustaining the earth

a) With reference to the mountains

“Who established the mountains by His strength,
Being clothed with power” Psalm 65:6

b) With reference to the sea

“You who still the noise of the seas,
The noise of the waves…” Psalm 65:7

c) With reference to people

“They also who dwell in the farthest parts are afraid of Your signs;
You make the outgoings of the morning and evening rejoice” Psalm 65:8

d) With reference to the earth in general

“You visit the earth and water it,
You greatly enrich it;
The river of God is full of water;
You provide their grain,
For so You have prepared it.” Psalm 65:9

(III) APPROPRIATE RESPONSES TO THE AWESOME DEEDS OF GOD

1. Praise

“Praise is awaiting You, O God, in Zion…” Psalm 65:1a

2. Fulfilment of the Vow

“…And to You the vow shall be performed.” Psalm 65:1b

3. Satisfaction

“…We shall be satisfied with the goodness of Your house, Of Your holy temple.” Psalm 65:4

4. Joy

“…They shout for joy, they also sing.” Psalm 65:13