Message Notes

(I) CALL TO APPRECIATE GOD’S WORK

“Come and see the works of God…” Psalm 66:5

1. It is a call to come together

2. It is to see the works of God

a) To understand

b) To appreciate

c) To realize

3. To have a fresh appreciation of the Lord’s Work

(II) CONSIDERING GOD’S WORK TOWARD MAN

1. It is awesome what God does for man

“Come and see the works of God; He is awesome in His doing toward the sons of men.” Psalm 66:5

2. The different kind of Work that God does to man

a) Spectacular work

“He turned the sea into dry land; They went through the river on foot. There we will rejoice in Him.” Psalm 66:6

i) Crossing of the Red Sea ( Exodus 14 – Song of Moses Exodus 15 )

ii) Crossing of the River Jordan ( Joshua 3 )

iii) Ruling over all

“He rules by His power forever; His eyes observe the nations; Do not let the rebellious exalt themselves.” Psalm 66:7

b) Soul work

i) Keeping of the soul

“Who keeps our soul among the living, And does not allow our feet to be moved.” Psalm 66:9

ii) Testing of the soul

“For You, O God, have tested us; You have refined us as silver is refined. You brought us into the net; You laid affliction on our backs. You have caused men to ride over our heads; We went through fire and through water; But You brought us out to rich fulfillment.” Psalm 66:10-12

iii) Encouragement to the soul

“Come and hear, all you who fear God, And I will declare what He has done for my soul.
I cried to Him with my mouth, And He was extolled with my tongue. If I regard iniquity in my heart, The Lord will not hear. But certainly God has heard me; He has attended to the voice of my prayer. Blessed be God, Who has not turned away my prayer, Nor His mercy from me!” Psalm 66:16-20

(III) CHALLENGE TO RESPOND TO GOD AS HE DESERVES

1. Giving glorious praise

“Make a joyful shout to God, all the earth! Sing out the honor of His name; Make His praise glorious.” Psalm 66:1-2

2. Giving exalting prayer

“Say to God, “How awesome are Your works! Through the greatness of Your power
Your enemies shall submit themselves to You.” Psalm 66:3

3. Everyone to give praise

“All the earth shall worship You And sing praises to You; They shall sing praises to Your name.” Psalm 66:4