Hebrew Names Version HNV
The Message Bible MSG
1 Praise the LORD! I will give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart, In the council of the upright, and in the congregation.
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Hallelujah! I give thanks to God with everything I've got - Wherever good people gather, and in the congregation.
2 The works of the LORD are great, Pondered by all those who delight in them.
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God's works are so great, worth A lifetime of study - endless enjoyment!
3 His work is honor and majesty. His righteousness endures forever.
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Splendor and beauty mark his craft; His generosity never gives out.
4 He has caused his wonderful works to be remembered. The LORD is gracious and merciful.
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His miracles are his memorial - This God of Grace, this God of Love.
5 He has given food to those who fear him. He always remembers his covenant.
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He gave food to those who fear him, He remembered to keep his ancient promise.
6 He has shown his people the power of his works, In giving them the heritage of the nations.
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He proved to his people that he could do what he said: Hand them the nations on a platter - a gift!
7 The works of his hands are truth and justice. All his precepts are sure.
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He manufactures truth and justice; All his products are guaranteed to last -
8 They are established forever and ever. They are done in truth and uprightness.
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Never out-of-date, never obsolete, rust-proof. All that he makes and does is honest and true:
9 He has sent redemption to his people. He has ordained his covenant forever. His name is holy and awesome!
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He paid the ransom for his people, He ordered his Covenant kept forever. He's so personal and holy, worthy of our respect.
10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom. All those who do his work have a good understanding. His praise endures forever!
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The good life begins in the fear of God - Do that and you'll know the blessing of God. His Hallelujah lasts forever!
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