Psalms 115:3
“But our God is in the heavens: he hath done whatsoever he hath pleased.”
Psalms 115:3 in 7 translations
- KJVKing James Version
- But our God is in the heavens: he hath done whatsoever he hath pleased.
- DRADouay–Rheims
- But our God is in heaven: he hath done all things whatsoever he would.
- ASVAmerican Standard Version
- But our God is in the heavens: He hath done whatsoever he pleased.
- DARBYDarby
- But our God is in the heavens: he hath done whatsoever he pleased.
- WEBThe World English Bible
- But our God is in the heavens. He does whatever he pleases.
- YLTYoung's Literal Translation
- And our God is in the heavens, All that He hath pleased He hath done.
- BPVBiblePics Version
- But our God is in the heavens: He hath done whatsoever He hath pleased.
Context: Psalms 115
1Not unto us, O LORD, not unto us, but unto thy name give glory, for thy mercy, and for thy truth's sake.
2Wherefore should the heathen say, Where is now their God?
3But our God is in the heavens: he hath done whatsoever he hath pleased.
4Their idols are silver and gold, the work of men's hands.
5They have mouths, but they speak not: eyes have they, but they see not:
About Psalms 115: The Sovereignty of God and the Folly of Idol Worship
Psalm 115 emphasizes the unique power and authority of God, who is contrasted with the lifeless idols worshipped by the nations. The psalmist praises God for His steadfast love and faithfulness to His people, and encourages them to trust in His protection and provision. The psalm concludes with a call to all the nations to recognize the supremacy of the true and living God.
Commentary
The message of Psalm 115 resonates throughout the ages, as the temptation to worship false gods or put our trust in worldly idols continues to plague humanity. The psalmist reminds us that God alone is worthy of our worship and devotion, for He is the Creator and Sustainer of all things. In contrast, idols are the work of human hands, with no power to save or deliver. The psalmist encourages us to put our faith in the living God, who hears our prayers and blesses us with His abundant goodness. This psalm reminds us to assess our own lives and reflect upon whether we are truly placing our trust in the right place.