Psalm 106 begins the same way Psalm 105 ended, with praise and glorification of the Lord for His great goodness and mercy, saying hallelujah! for the many gifts and powerful works that God has done with His people.
This psalm praises God’s great mercy toward a rebellious and ungrateful people, such as the people of Israel on many occasions. There is a sense of supplication in this phrase, one can say that it is as if the psalmist is desperate to obtain greater gratitude from himself and from the Lord’s people.
Clearly we can see that the psalmist, despite the errors of the people, asks God for mercy for Israel and says hallelujah! praise the mercy of God.
Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good;
his love endures forever.Psalm 106:1
Chapter 105 also shows exaltation toward God for His wonderful works on His people, because His mercies surround His people and deliver them from every oppressor.
And it is evident that when they were in Egypt they sinned against God, and before the Red Sea, they did not remember the multitude of His mercies, but even so God forgave them and continued to deliver them from their enemies.
So, there is much to thank the Lord for. Hallelujah! He helps us and makes the way for us to move forward. Our God is powerful and His goodness and mercy are great, His love is above all things.
When we carefully read Psalm 106, we realize that this psalm is not only a song of praise, but also a deep reflection on the history of Israel. The psalmist recalls how God repeatedly showed compassion, patience, and faithfulness, even when His people constantly failed Him. This reminds us that God’s mercy is not based on human perfection, but on His own loving and gracious character.
The people of Israel often forgot the mighty works of the Lord. They complained, rebelled, and turned their hearts away from Him, even after witnessing miracles such as their deliverance from Egypt and the parting of the Red Sea. Yet, God did not abandon them. Instead, He heard their cries, forgave their sins, and restored them time and again. This truth teaches us that God is slow to anger and rich in mercy.
Psalm 106 also invites the reader to examine his own heart. Just as Israel forgot the Lord’s works, we too can easily forget the blessings God has poured into our lives. Daily routines, struggles, and worries can cause us to lose sight of His goodness. The psalmist’s call to give thanks reminds us that gratitude is essential in our walk with God.
Thanksgiving is not only an act of worship, but also an expression of faith. When we give thanks to the Lord, we acknowledge that everything we have comes from Him. We recognize His hand in our past, His presence in our present, and His guidance for our future. This attitude of gratitude strengthens our trust in God and helps us remain faithful even in difficult times.
Furthermore, Psalm 106 shows us that praise and repentance often go hand in hand. While the psalm glorifies God’s mercy, it also openly acknowledges the sins of the people. This balance teaches us that true worship includes humility and honesty before God. We can approach Him with confidence, knowing that His love endures forever.
In the same way, we are encouraged to come before the Lord with sincere hearts, confessing our shortcomings while praising Him for His unchanging mercy. God does not reject a contrite heart; instead, He welcomes those who seek Him with humility and faith.
Ultimately, Psalm 106 reminds us that God’s mercy is greater than human failure. His love sustains His people, rescues them from distress, and restores them when they fall. For this reason, we can lift our voices with confidence and say hallelujah, giving thanks to the Lord, for He is good and His love truly endures forever.