Reflections
Psalm 66: 1-3, 4-5, 6-7, 16, 20 (Read)
"Come and see the works of God."
The Psalm celebrates the awesome power of God, manifest in 'His tremendous deeds among the children
of Adam.' Our psalmist
recalls the dividing of the
Red Sea, which delivered
Israel from the Egyptians,
through the favor of God.
That same awesome
power that split the Red
Sea became available
to the early apostles of
the Church, as they went about
healing and doing signs and wonders.
Where does the power come from to heal
the lame and drive out unclean spirits?
It comes from the Holy Spirit, who empowers
each of us to become a healing force within
our family and our community.
No wonder those early believers were eager
to go forth into the towns and become
laborers for His harvest and to rejoice
because their names were written in heaven.
We too cannot help but sing praise to God when
we feel His presence within us. We proclaim
His glorious praise, and we on earth worship Him.
We want all to know what God has done for us,
as the Psalm says, so we 'cry out to God with joy.'
Amen
Discussion Questions for Reflection
1. Our Psalmist invites us to, "Come and see the works of God."
Give an example of the awesome power of God in your life.
2. The verses of the psalm say, "Blessed be God who refused me not."
Tell of how the Lord has answered your plea and your prayer.
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