Psalm 111:1
“Praise ye the Lord. I will praise the Lord with my whole heart, in the assembly of the upright, and in the congregation.”
KJV
Read in Psalm 111Meaning
The psalm begins by locating praise both in personal resolve and in public worship among the upright assembly.
Praise and memorable works
The opening calls for wholehearted praise and attention to God's great, righteous, gracious works.
Read carefully
The verse calls for sincere devotion, not a permanent emotional state or performative enthusiasm.
Reflection
Let public praise be rooted in sincere gratitude and integrity.