Psalm 118:1
“O give thanks unto the Lord; for he is good: because his mercy endureth for ever.”
KJV
Read in Psalm 118Meaning
The psalm opens with the confession that anchors the whole song: God's enduring covenant love, not human achievement, grounds thanksgiving.
A chorus of enduring love
Successive worshiping groups repeat the confession of the LORD's enduring love.
Read carefully
The psalm itself soon speaks from distress; gratitude and honest suffering coexist.
Reflection
Begin by naming God's goodness and faithful love.